seedot
Generation III · #0273 — Acorn Pokémon
Seedot, the Acorn Pokémon, is a Grass-type creature introduced in Generation III that embodies the early stages of plant-based Pokémon evolution. As National Pokédex entry #273, Seedot represents the beginning of a three-stage evolutionary line culminating in the powerful Shiftry. With a base stat total of 220, Seedot is intentionally designed as a weak starter Pokémon, possessing modest offensive and defensive capabilities that scale poorly on their own. However, its true potential lies in its ability to evolve and in its access to signature abilities like Chlorophyll, which thrives in sunny weather conditions. Seedot's exceptionally high catch rate of 255 makes it one of the easiest Pokémon to capture in the wild, reflecting its role as an early-game encounter.
Base Stats
Height
0.5m
Weight
4.0kg
Category
Acorn Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
brown
Shape
legs
Habitat
forest
Abilities
Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.
Makes sleep pass twice as quickly.
Steals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.
Seedot Biology & Physical Characteristics
Seedot is a small, brown plant Pokémon that physically resembles a real acorn dangling from a tree branch. Standing at merely 0.5 meters tall and weighing only 4.0 kilograms, this diminutive creature features a distinctive appearance with a large, rounded brown body, a gray cap-like structure on its head complete with a short stem, and a beige mask-like pattern surrounding its prominent black eyes. Two small beige feet extend from its lower body, allowing it to maintain balance despite its unusual hanging lifestyle. The stem atop its head serves a crucial biological function, acting as an attachment point for the Pokémon to suspend itself from tree branches. According to Pokédex entries, Seedot absorbs moisture and nutrients directly from the trees it clings to, becoming glossier and heavier as it hydrates itself, until it eventually becomes too heavy and drops to the ground with considerable force. The Pokémon maintains itself meticulously, polishing its body with leaves once daily to keep its appearance pristine.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Seedot Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Seedot maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male to 50% female, allowing equal breeding potential regardless of which specimen a trainer captures. The Pokémon belongs to both the Field and Grass egg groups, meaning it can breed with a diverse range of Pokémon partners to produce eggs containing either Seedot or compatible offspring depending on the breeding pair. With a hatch counter value of 15, Seedot eggs require approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps to hatch, placing it in the medium-length incubation period compared to other Pokémon species. The base friendship value of 70 indicates that Seedot starts with moderate affection toward its trainer, making it reasonably receptive to bonding but not immediately intimate. This breeding accessibility and moderate incubation time made Seedot a viable choice for players interested in breeding Grass-type Pokémon or attempting to obtain specific natures and individual values for competitive purposes. The dual egg group membership provides breeders with flexibility in designing their breeding chains.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
power-herb
held-items
Held: Both turns of a two-turn charge move happen at once. Consumed upon use.
Cost: 4000
power-herb
held-items
Held: Both turns of a two-turn charge move happen at once. Consumed upon use.
Cost: 4000
power-herb
held-items
Held: Both turns of a two-turn charge move happen at once. Consumed upon use.
Cost: 4000
power-herb
held-items
Held: Both turns of a two-turn charge move happen at once. Consumed upon use.
Cost: 4000
power-herb
held-items
Held: Both turns of a two-turn charge move happen at once. Consumed upon use.
Cost: 4000
power-herb
held-items
Held: Both turns of a two-turn charge move happen at once. Consumed upon use.
Cost: 4000
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
yellow
tm02
red blue
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm02
blue japan
tm02
red green japan
tm03
yellow
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm03
red blue
tm03
blue japan
tm04
gold silver
tm03
red green japan
tm04
crystal
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
+550 more TMs/HMs
seedot's Evolution Chain
Seedot Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Seedot evolves into Nuzleaf starting at level 14, marking its first significant transformation where it gains a Dark-type secondary typing and develops a more humanoid appearance. The evolution at level 14 is relatively early compared to many Pokémon lines, suggesting that Seedot, while initially weak with its base 220 stat total, quickly develops into a more formidable creature with Nuzleaf's improved stat distribution. The second evolutionary stage occurs when Nuzleaf is exposed to a Leaf Stone, transforming it into Shiftry, a powerful Grass- and Dark-type Pokémon that represents the culmination of this evolutionary line. Shiftry boasts a significantly higher stat total and a more intimidating appearance, resembling a dark, goblin-like creature with leaf-based features. This two-stage evolution pattern, combined with the item requirement for the final stage, provides players with meaningful decision points regarding when to evolve their team members, as Nuzleaf learns different moves and can be trained for specific roles before pursuing its final form.
Where to Find
hoenn route 102
hoenn
hoenn route 114
hoenn
hoenn route 120
hoenn
hoenn route 117
hoenn
eterna forest
sinnoh
+3 more
sinnoh route 203
sinnoh
+3 more
sinnoh route 204
sinnoh
+9 more
sinnoh route 210
sinnoh
Seedot Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Seedot inhabits forested regions, particularly the woodlands of the Hoenn region, where it spends much of its life suspended from tree branches in a camouflaged state. Its natural coloration and rounded shape make it virtually indistinguishable from genuine acorns when it remains motionless, a deceptive adaptation it uses to startle unsuspecting Pokémon that pass beneath its perch. According to multiple Pokédex entries, Seedot delights in surprising other Pokémon by suddenly moving or displaying activity, particularly enjoying pranks on foraging bird Pokémon like Pidgey. This mischievous behavior belies its gentle nature, as indicated by its base happiness value of 70. The Pokémon actively seeks to be transported by bird Pokémon to new forest locations, using its acorn-like appearance to trick them into carrying it away, thereby expanding its habitat range naturally. Seedot's lifestyle requires access to trees with adequate moisture, making it dependent on environments with regular water availability.
Pokedex Entries
SEEDOT attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. It sucks moisture from the tree while hanging off the branch. The more water it drinks, the glossier this POKéMON’s body becomes.
SEEDOT looks exactly like an acorn when it is dangling from a tree branch. It startles other POKéMON by suddenly moving. This POKéMON polishes its body once a day using leaves.
It hangs off branches and absorbs nutrients. When it finishes eating, its body becomes so heavy that it drops to the ground with a thump.
If it remains still, it becomes impossible to distinguish from real nuts. It delights in surprising foraging PIDGEY.
When it dangles from a tree branch, it looks just like an acorn. It enjoys scaring other Pokémon.
It attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. Strong winds can sometimes make it fall.
When it dangles from a tree branch, it looks just like an acorn. It enjoys scaring other Pokémon.
When it dangles from a tree branch, it looks just like an acorn. It enjoys scaring other Pokémon.
It attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. Strong winds can sometimes make it fall.
When it dangles from a tree branch, it looks just like an acorn. It enjoys scaring other Pokémon.
Seedot attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. It sucks moisture from the tree while hanging off the branch. The more water it drinks, the glossier this Pokémon’s body becomes.
Seedot looks exactly like an acorn when it is dangling from a tree branch. It startles other Pokémon by suddenly moving. This Pokémon polishes its body once a day using leaves.
If it remains still, it looks just like a real nut. It delights in surprising foraging Pokémon.
It attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. Strong winds can sometimes make it fall.
Seedot Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Seedot's name derives from the combination of 'seed' and 'dot,' capturing both its botanical origins and diminutive round appearance. The Japanese name 'タネボー' (Tanebō) similarly references 'tane' meaning seed in Japanese, reinforcing the plant-based concept central to its identity. The design philosophy centers on creating a Pokémon that looks like a literal acorn, with the gray cap and stem mimicking the natural structure of actual acorns found in temperate forests. This deliberate naturalism extends to its behavioral characteristics and Pokédex descriptions, which ground Seedot's biology in real-world botanical knowledge about how seeds develop, gain weight, and fall from trees. The evolution line as a whole reflects the lifecycle of seed development, with Seedot representing the dormant, hanging seed state, Nuzleaf embodying germination and early growth, and Shiftry representing full maturity. The addition of the Dark-type upon evolution signals a thematic shift from innocent seedling to more complex, mischievous creature, reflected in Nuzleaf and Shiftry's more aggressive demeanor and appearance.
Learnable Moves
Seedot can learn 74 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| absorb | grass | Special | 20 | 100 | 25 |
| amnesia | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| beat up | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| bide | normal | Physical | — | — | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| defense curl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| explosion | normal | Physical | 250 | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| grassy glide | grass | Physical | 55 | 100 | 20 |
| grassy terrain | grass | Status | — | — | 10 |
| growth | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| harden | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| leaf storm | grass | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| leech seed | grass | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| mega drain | grass | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| night slash | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| power swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| razor wind | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rollout | rock | Physical | 30 | 90 | 20 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| self destruct | normal | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sucker punch | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| synthesis | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| worry seed | grass | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
Seedot Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Seedot sees virtually no direct usage due to its severely limited stat distribution, with only 40 base HP and 40 base Attack alongside equally weak Special Attack and Speed stats of 30 each. Its only moderately respectable stat is Defense at 50, which provides minimal protection in practical battles. However, Seedot's signature ability Chlorophyll becomes notably useful in sun-based competitive teams, doubling its already inadequate Speed stat during harsh sunlight conditions, though this improvement still leaves Seedot significantly outclassed by nearly all other Pokémon. The alternative ability Early Bird allows Seedot to wake from sleep twice as quickly, offering some utility in specific scenarios, while the hidden ability Pickpocket provides an interesting gimmick of stealing opponents' held items upon contact. Serious competitive players focus exclusively on Seedot's evolved forms, particularly Shiftry, which gains both the stats and typing necessary for viable strategies. Seedot's role in competitive environments is purely transitional, serving as a stepping stone toward its more powerful evolutions rather than as a standalone battler.
Commonly Asked Questions About Seedot
What type is Seedot?
Seedot is a grass type Pokemon.
What does Seedot evolve into?
Seedot evolves into nuzleaf, then into shiftry.
What are Seedot's weaknesses?
Seedot is weak to flying, poison, bug, fire and ice type moves.
Where can I find Seedot?
Seedot can be found in hoenn route 102 (hoenn), hoenn route 114 (hoenn) and hoenn route 120 (hoenn) and 5 other locations.
Seedot Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Seedot achieved significant cultural recognition as a core member of Team Seedgey in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness, where it partners with Pidgey as a playable team unit, bringing its acorn appearance and mischievous personality to the forefront of the narrative. The character's adorable design and easy-to-capture nature made it a popular choice for new trainers in the Generation III games, contributing to its status as a recognizable early-route Pokémon despite its statistical weakness. The strategic joke inherent in Seedot's appearance—its mimicry of real acorns and ability to trick other Pokémon into carrying it—became a recurring theme in Pokédex entries and fan discussions, establishing it as the prankster of the Grass-type community. In the trading card game, Seedot has received multiple card printings and artwork iterations, appealing to collectors who appreciate its cute aesthetic. The Pokémon's design has become iconic within the Hoenn region's flora-based identity, and it regularly appears in merchandise, spin-off games, and promotional materials aimed at younger audiences.
Where to Find Seedot in Every Pokémon Game
Seedot's exceptional catch rate of 255 makes it one of the easiest Pokémon to obtain in any Pokémon game where it appears, available immediately upon encountering wild populations in early-game forest areas. In Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and their remakes Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Seedot inhabits the Hoenn region forests, specifically appearing as a common encounter in areas like Route 102 and Route 110. The Pokémon has appeared across numerous generations and games, including FireRed, LeafGreen, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, SoulSilver, Black, White, Black 2, White 2, X, Y, Sword, Shield, and The Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Its prevalence across multiple game generations reflects its status as a reliable early-game Grass-type option for trainers seeking plant-type coverage on their teams. Additionally, Seedot's appearance in Pokémon GO and various spin-off titles ensures it remains accessible to players across multiple gaming platforms, maintaining its position as one of Generation III's most available creatures.