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venusaur
Generation I · #0003 — Seed Pokémon
Venusaur is a dual-type Grass/Poison Pokémon that represents the final evolutionary stage of Bulbasaur, one of the original starter Pokémon from Generation I. Known as the Seed Pokémon, Venusaur evolves from Ivysaur starting at level 32 and serves as the game mascot for Pokémon Green Version and its remake Pokémon LeafGreen Version. With a base stat total of 525, Venusaur is a well-rounded competitor featuring balanced offensive capabilities with Special Attack and Special Defense both reaching 100, while maintaining respectable defensive stats of 83 in Defense and 100 in Special Defense. This iconic Pokémon has remained a fan favorite across all generations, maintaining relevance through multiple competitive formats and receiving special forms including Mega Evolution and Gigantamax capabilities in later games.
Base Stats
Height
2.0m
Weight
100.0kg
Category
Seed Pokémon
Gender
Male 87.5% / Female 12.5%
Color
green
Shape
quadruped
Habitat
grassland
Abilities
Strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.
Venusaur Biology & Physical Characteristics
Venusaur is a large, quadrupedal Pokémon standing at 2.0 meters tall and weighing 100.0 kilograms. Its body is predominantly turquoise in coloration with a robust, toad-like physiology that reflects its amphibian inspiration. The most distinctive feature of Venusaur is the large, fully-bloomed flower that occupies most of its back, featuring vibrant pink petals surrounding a yellow center—a dramatic transformation from the budding form carried by its pre-evolution, Ivysaur. Small, red eyes peer from its face, and it possesses several large ferns adorning its head and back. The flower is said to take on increasingly vivid colors if the Pokémon receives adequate nutrition and sunlight, directly reflecting its dependence on solar energy for vitality. Female Venusaur possess a distinctive seed located in the center of their flower, providing visual sexual dimorphism in the species. The flower itself draws inspiration from the Rafflesia arnoldii, a parasitic plant known for its unpleasant odor, which cleverly connects to Venusaur's Poison typing through its biological design.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Venusaur Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Venusaur exhibits a pronounced sexual dimorphism in its breeding characteristics, with an 87.5% male to 12.5% female gender ratio, making female Venusaur considerably rarer in the wild. The most visually distinct difference between males and females lies in the flower's center: female Venusaur display a visible seed in the middle of their flower, while males lack this feature entirely. This biological difference reflects a real-world distinction between male and female reproductive structures in flowering plants, adding another layer of authenticity to Venusaur's design. Both sexes belong to the Monster and Grass egg groups, allowing for diverse breeding combinations with other Pokémon in these groups. With a base happiness value of 70 and a hatch counter of 20 cycles (approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps), Venusaur eggs require moderate effort to hatch compared to many other Pokémon. The capture rate of 45 indicates that wild Venusaur are moderately difficult to catch, reflecting their status as fully-evolved Pokémon that are less commonly encountered than their pre-evolutions. Trainer-raised Venusaur, particularly those bred from parents with high friendship values, will develop stronger bonds with their trainers due to the base happiness metric.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
yellow
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm03
red blue
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
blue japan
tm03
red green japan
tm05
ruby sapphire
tm05
emerald
tm05
gold silver
tm05
crystal
tm05
diamond pearl
tm05
black white
tm05
platinum
tm05
heartgold soulsilver
tm05
firered leafgreen
tm05
black 2 white 2
+609 more TMs/HMs
Gender Differences
This Pokémon has visible differences between male and female forms.
venusaur's Evolution Chain
Venusaur Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Venusaur evolves from Ivysaur when it reaches level 32, completing the three-stage evolutionary line that begins with Bulbasaur. This evolution represents a dramatic transformation, with the bulb that was present on previous evolutions blooming into the magnificent flower that defines Venusaur's appearance. In Generation VI, Venusaur received the capability to Mega Evolve into Mega Venusaur using the Venusaurite, increasing its height to 2.4 meters and weight to 155.5 kilograms. Mega Venusaur's flower becomes significantly larger and more ornate, with additional petals and a more prominent structure that dominates its silhouette. The hidden ability changes from Chlorophyll to Thick Fat, which reduces the damage taken from Fire and Ice-type moves by half—a strategic shift that enhances its defensive profile against typical threats. Gigantamax Venusaur, introduced in the Isle of Armor DLC for Pokémon Sword and Shield, provides an alternative temporary transformation that dramatically increases its size to 24.0 meters or more, granting access to the exclusive G-Max move G-Max Vine Lash, which combines the power of Solar Beam with an additional effect that damages opponents over multiple turns.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Venusaur Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Venusaur is a sun-dependent Pokémon that actively seeks out sunlight to maximize its energy reserves, as documented in numerous Pokédex entries describing how it remains constantly on the move to absorb solar rays. By spreading the broad petals of its distinctive flower and allowing sunlight to permeate through to its body, Venusaur fills itself with tremendous power, making it notably more formidable during daytime hours and in sunny weather conditions. This heliotropic behavior demonstrates a deep botanical connection, as the Pokémon converts sunlight directly into usable energy for its biological functions. As the Pokémon warms itself and absorbs sunlight, its flower petals release a pleasant, calming fragrance that is said to soothe the emotions of people nearby, suggesting a symbiotic relationship between Venusaur and its environment. The species thrives in temperate to tropical regions where consistent sunlight and water are available, making it well-adapted to gardens, grasslands, and sun-drenched meadows. Unlike its pre-evolutions, the fully-matured Venusaur remains relatively stationary when not foraging, using its impressive weight and rooted flower as an anchor point while maximizing photosynthetic potential.
Pokedex Entries
Generation I
The plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.
The flower on its back catches the sun's rays. The sunlight is then absorbed and used for energy.
Generation II
By spreading the broad petals of its flower and catching the sun's rays, it fills its body with power.
It is able to con vert sunlight into energy. As a result, it is more powerful in the summertime.
As it warms it self and absorbs the sunlight, its flower petals release a pleasant fragrance.
Generation III
There is a large flower on VENUSAUR’s back. The flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutrition and sunlight. The flower’s aroma soothes the emotions of people.
VENUSAUR’s flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutrition and sunlight. The flower’s aroma soothes the emotions of people.
A bewitching aroma wafts from its flower. The fragrance becalms those engaged in a battle.
Its plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.
Generation IV
After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
By spreading the broad petals of its flower and catching the sun’s rays, it fills its body with power.
It is able to convert sunlight into energy. As a result, it is more powerful in the summertime.
Generation V
After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
Generation VI
By spreading the broad petals of its flower and catching the sun’s rays, it fills its body with power.
After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
There is a large flower on Venusaur’s back. The flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutrition and sunlight. The flower’s aroma soothes the emotions of people.
Generation VII
The flower on its back catches the sun’s rays. The sunlight is then absorbed and used for energy.
Generation VIII
Its plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.
A bewitching aroma wafts from its flower. The fragrance becalms those engaged in a battle.
Venusaur Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Venusaur is a portmanteau derived from Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, combined with 'saur' from dinosaur, reflecting both the flower's aesthetic appeal and the Pokémon's reptilian physiology. The Japanese name, Fushigibana, translates roughly to 'mysterious flower,' emphasizing the magical quality of a seed bulb blooming into a fully-formed flower on the creature's back. The design brilliantly synthesizes toad and horned frog inspiration with botanical elements, creating a creature that feels both zoological and botanical in nature. The bulbous, warty texture of Venusaur's body echoes the appearance of toads, while its four-legged stance and low-slung posture recall the squat sitting position of amphibians. The flower component draws heavily from tropical and parasitic flora, particularly the Rafflesia arnoldii mentioned in Pokédex entries, which connects Venusaur's Poison typing to genuine biological sources. This synthesis of evolutionary biology and botanical science creates a design that functions as both a starter Pokémon and a compelling representation of symbiosis between animal and plant life, making Venusaur conceptually rich despite its Generation I simplicity.
Learnable Moves
Venusaur can learn 73 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| amnesia | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bide | normal | Physical | — | — | 10 |
| bind | normal | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bullet seed | grass | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| defense curl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| energy ball | grass | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| frenzy plant | grass | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury cutter | bug | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 |
| giga drain | grass | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| growth | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ingrain | grass | Status | — | — | 20 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| leech seed | grass | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magical leaf | grass | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| mega drain | grass | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| petal dance | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| poison powder | poison | Status | — | 75 | 35 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rage | normal | Physical | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| razor leaf | grass | Physical | 55 | 95 | 25 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep powder | grass | Status | — | 75 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| string shot | bug | Status | — | 95 | 40 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| sweet scent | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| synthesis | grass | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| vine whip | grass | Physical | 45 | 100 | 25 |
| weather ball | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| worry seed | grass | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
Venusaur Competitive Battle Guide
Venusaur occupies a respectable niche in competitive Pokémon battling, particularly in formats where weather control and Special Attack-based strategies are viable. Its dual Special Attack and Special Defense bases of 100 provide excellent offensive and defensive coverage, supported by a well-rounded HP of 80 and defensive stats of 83 Defense and 100 Special Defense, yielding a total base stat sum of 525. The hidden ability Chlorophyll doubles Venusaur's Speed during strong sunlight, transforming it from a moderately-paced Pokémon into a Swift competitor capable of outpacing threats that would otherwise outspeed it. This synergizes perfectly with its offensive prowess, as Venusaur gains access to powerful moves like Solar Beam, which charges in one turn under sunlight, Sleep Powder for status control, Sludge Bomb for consistent Poison-type coverage, and Synthesis for recovery in sunny conditions. In competitive play, Venusaur often partners with weather-setters like Groudon or Ninetales (Alola form) to maximize its Chlorophyll potential. Mega Venusaur further enhances this archetype by boosting its Special Attack and Special Defense while gaining the Thick Fat ability, which provides crucial resistances to Fire and Ice moves. The Gigantamax form offers additional longevity through its exclusive G-Max Vine Lash move, which deals damage and creates entry hazard-like effects that damage opponents each turn they switch in.
Commonly Asked Questions About Venusaur
What type is Venusaur?
Venusaur is a grass and poison type Pokemon.
What does Venusaur evolve from?
Venusaur evolved from ivysaur that evolved from bulbasaur.
What are Venusaur's weaknesses?
Venusaur is weak to flying, fire, psychic and ice type moves.
Venusaur Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Venusaur holds a position of tremendous cultural significance as one of the original three Kanto starter final evolutions, alongside Charizard and Blastoise, making it integral to the Pokémon franchise's identity since 1996. Its selection as the mascot for Pokémon Green and LeafGreen versions elevated its status considerably, appearing on official box art and receiving prominence in the games' narratives and promotional materials. In the Pokémon anime series, Venusaur gained additional recognition through memorable appearances, particularly through May's Venusaur, which evolved from her Bulbasaur and became a central member of her competition team. The Pokémon's distinctive design—combining reptilian and botanical elements in a way that was revolutionary for Generation I—has made it instantly recognizable across multiple generations of players and remains a baseline for what many fans consider the quintessential Grass-type Pokémon. Venusaur's appearances in Super Smash Bros. games as a trophy and assist trophy further cemented its role in gaming culture beyond the Pokémon franchise. The species has featured prominently in trading card games, merchandise, and competitive gaming scenes, maintaining relevance through strategic competitive play despite being over 25 years old. Its Mega Evolution and Gigantamax forms demonstrate Nintendo and Game Freak's continued investment in modernizing Generation I Pokémon, ensuring Venusaur remains viable and visually exciting for contemporary audiences.
Where to Find Venusaur in Every Pokémon Game
Venusaur's availability has evolved significantly across generations, with the species appearing in nearly every mainline Pokémon game released since Generation I. Players can obtain Venusaur through multiple methods: catching Bulbasaur as a starter Pokémon in most games featuring Kanto content and evolving it through its line, or occasionally catching wild Ivysaur or Venusaur directly in specific locations designated by individual game versions. In recent games like Pokémon Sword and Shield, Venusaur appears in the overworld and can be found in specific areas through standard encounters or Max Raid Battles, the latter providing opportunities to obtain Gigantamax-capable individuals. The species' local Pokédex numbers vary by region and game, reflecting its status as a highly accessible Pokémon: it occupies #3 in Red/Blue/Yellow, FireRed/LeafGreen, and Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee, while appearing as #228 in Gold/Silver/Crystal and with different classifications in regional entries across later generations. Venusaur's Mega Stone, Venusaurite, became available in Generation VI games (X and Y) as well as subsequent generations that featured Mega Evolution mechanics, while its Gigantamax potential requires obtaining a Venusaur with the Gigantamax Factor, typically through special distributions or raid encounters in Isle of Armor and Sword/Shield content. The relative commonality of Bulbasaur distributions and the ease of evolution ensure that Venusaur remains one of the most accessible final-evolution Pokémon for players at all progression levels.