Bulbasaur

Bulbasaur official artwork
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Bulbasaur

Seed Pokémon

GRASSPOISON

There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this Pokémon is born. The seed slowly grows larger.

Bulbasaur Pokédex brings together the essential information for Bulbasaur, including its typing, weaknesses, base stats, abilities, evolution line, forms, Pokédex entries and appearances across Pokémon games. Bulbasaur is National Pokédex #1 and was introduced in Generation I. It is a Grass and Poison-type Pokémon.

This Bulbasaur Pokédex covers Bulbasaur across the Pokémon series rather than focusing on one game. You can use it to check core stats, weaknesses, evolution, forms, moves, locations and game appearances, then follow the related guides for more detailed game-specific help. There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this Pokémon is born. The seed slowly grows larger.

Bulbasaur at a glance

Type
GRASSPOISON
Weak to
FIRE2×ICE2×FLYING2×PSYCHIC2×
Best base stat
Special Attack — 65
Abilities
Overgrow, Chlorophyll (Hidden)
Next evolution
Ivysaur — Level 16

Bulbasaur Pokédex overview

Bulbasaur has the Grass and Poison typing, it belongs to Generation I, its Pokédex classification is the Seed Pokémon. There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this Pokémon is born. The seed slowly grows larger. The quick facts below bring together the key measurements and species details, while the rest of the Bulbasaur Pokédex breaks down its battle strengths, evolution, forms and appearances in more detail.

Bulbasaur quick facts

Height
0.7 m
Weight
6.9 kg
Generation
Generation I
Growth rate
Medium Slow
Capture rate
45
Base happiness
70

Bulbasaur Pokédex type and weaknesses

Bulbasaur is weak to Fire, Ice, Flying and Psychic. It resists Grass, Water, Electric, Fighting and Fairy. These matchups come from Bulbasaur's typing, making this a quick way to check which attacking types are super effective against Bulbasaur and which types it can resist more comfortably.

Bulbasaur type effectiveness

Damage taken when Bulbasaur is hit by each type:

Weak to

FIRE2×ICE2×FLYING2×PSYCHIC2×

Resists

WATER½×ELECTRIC½×FIGHTING½×FAIRY½×

Strongly resists

GRASS¼×

Based on Grass / Poison typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.

Bulbasaur Pokédex stats

Bulbasaur has a base stat total of 318, with Special Attack as its highest listed base stat at 65. In the Bulbasaur Pokédex, base stats are useful for comparing natural strengths before a particular game layers on level, training, moves, abilities or battle formats. The bars below show the six standard stats side by side, making it easier to see where Bulbasaur is naturally strongest and where its lower base values sit.

Bulbasaur base stats

Hp45
Attack49
Defense49
Special Attack65
Special Defense65
Speed45
Total318

Bulbasaur Pokédex abilities

Bulbasaur can have Overgrow and Chlorophyll as its Hidden Ability. Abilities can significantly change how Bulbasaur functions in battle, so they are worth considering alongside its typing and base stats. Any Hidden Ability is identified separately below.

Bulbasaur abilities

Overgrow

Strengthens Grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Chlorophyll Hidden

Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.

Bulbasaur Pokédex evolution

Bulbasaur evolves into Ivysaur (Level 16). The evolution section shows the family together and includes evolution requirements where they apply, making it easy to see how each stage connects. Each Pokémon in the family can also be opened in its own Pokédex guide.

Bulbasaur evolution family

1Bulbasaur
Level 16
2Ivysaur
Level 32
3Venusaur

Bulbasaur evolution requirements

Bulbasaur Pokédex forms and shiny appearance

Bulbasaur has 1 form shown on this Bulbasaur Pokédex page. Alternate forms are grouped together so you can compare them in one place, while the artwork switcher lets you view the standard and shiny appearance when shiny artwork is available.

Bulbasaur normal artwork
Switch between the normal and shiny appearance of Bulbasaur.

Bulbasaur Pokédex game appearances

Bulbasaur appears in 30 Pokémon titles, including Black, Black 2, Blue, Crystal, Diamond and Emerald. Availability differs between games, so the list below separates each title and makes it easier to see where Bulbasaur appears without assuming the same method or location applies everywhere.

Bulbasaur game availability

BlackGame data
Black 2Game data
BlueWild encounter
CrystalGame data
DiamondGame data
EmeraldGame data
FireredWild encounter
GoldGame data
Green JapanWild encounter
HeartgoldWild encounter
LeafgreenWild encounter
Lets Go EeveeWild encounter
Lets Go PikachuWild encounter
PearlGame data
PlatinumGame data
RedWild encounter
Red JapanWild encounter
RubyGame data
SapphireGame data
ShieldWild encounter
SilverGame data
SoulsilverWild encounter
SwordWild encounter
Ultra SunWild encounter
Ultra ♂oonWild encounter
WhiteGame data
White 2Game data
XWild encounter
YWild encounter
YellowWild encounter

This uses imported PokéAPI encounter and game-index records. It does not guarantee current transfer, DLC or event availability.

Where can you find Bulbasaur?

The locations below show where Bulbasaur can be found across Pokémon games, including the encounter method, level range and encounter chance where available. Use the filters to narrow the list to a particular game and find the location information you need.

Bulbasaur encounter locations

19 records

GameLocationMethodLevelChanceConditions
BluePallet Town AreaGift5100%—
FireredPallet Town AreaGift5100%—
Green JapanPallet Town AreaGift5100%—
HeartgoldPallet Town AreaGift5100%Story Progress Beat Red
LeafgreenPallet Town AreaGift5100%—
Lets Go EeveeCerulean City AreaGift12100%—
Lets Go EeveeViridian ♀orest AreaOverworld Special3–6100%—
Lets Go PikachuCerulean City AreaGift12100%—
Lets Go PikachuViridian ♀orest AreaOverworld Special3–6100%—
RedPallet Town AreaGift5100%—
Red JapanPallet Town AreaGift5100%—
ShieldMaster Dojo AreaGift5100%Story Progress ♂aster Dojo Complete ♀irst Trial
SoulsilverPallet Town AreaGift5100%Story Progress Beat Red
SwordMaster Dojo AreaGift5100%Story Progress ♂aster Dojo Complete ♀irst Trial
Ultra SunAlola Route 2 ♂ainIsland Scan10100%—
Ultra ♂oonAlola Route 2 ♂ainIsland Scan10100%—
XLumiose City AreaGift10100%—
YLumiose City AreaGift10100%—
YellowCerulean City AreaGift10100%—

Bulbasaur Pokédex moves

The Bulbasaur Pokédex lists 125 moves below. Use the filters to narrow the list by move name, learning method, type or category. Move availability can differ between games and generations, so check the relevant game details when planning a specific moveset.

Bulbasaur move explorer

125 moves shown

LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracyPPMethod
1GrowlNORMALStatus—10040Level Up
1TackleNORMALPhysical4010035Level Up
3Vine WhipGRASSPhysical4510025Level Up
6GrowthNORMALStatus——20Level Up
7Leech SeedGRASSStatus—9010Level Up
12Razor LeafGRASSPhysical559525Level Up
13Poison PowderPOISONStatus—7535Level Up
13Sleep PowderGRASSStatus—7515Level Up
15Take DownNORMALPhysical908520Level Up
18Seed BombGRASSPhysical8010015Level Up
21Sweet ScentNORMALStatus—10020Level Up
27Double EdgeNORMALPhysical12010015Level Up
27SynthesisGRASSStatus——5Level Up
30Worry SeedGRASSStatus—10010Level Up
33Power WhipGRASSPhysical1208510Level Up
36Solar BeamGRASSSpecial12010010Level Up
—Acid SprayPOISONSpecial4010020Machine
—AmnesiaPSYCHICStatus——20Machine
—AttractNORMALStatus—10015Machine
—BideNORMALPhysical——10Machine
—Body SlamNORMALPhysical8510015Machine
—Bullet SeedGRASSPhysical2510030Machine
—CaptivateNORMALStatus—10020Machine
—CharmFAIRYStatus—10020Machine
—ConfideNORMALStatus——20Machine
—CurseGHOSTStatus——10Machine
—CutNORMALPhysical509530Machine
—Defense CurlNORMALStatus——40Machine
—Double EdgeNORMALPhysical12010015Machine
—Double TeamNORMALStatus——15Machine
—Echoed VoiceNORMALSpecial4010015Machine
—EndureNORMALStatus——10Machine
—Energy BallGRASSSpecial9010010Machine
—FacadeNORMALPhysical7010020Machine
—False SwipeNORMALPhysical4010040Machine
—FlashNORMALStatus—10020Machine
—FrustrationNORMALPhysical—10020Machine
—Fury CutterBUGPhysical409520Machine
—Giga DrainGRASSSpecial7510010Machine
—Grass KnotGRASSSpecial—10020Machine
—Grass PledgeGRASSSpecial8010010Machine
—Grassy GlideGRASSPhysical5510020Machine
—Grassy TerrainGRASSStatus——10Machine
—HeadbuttNORMALPhysical7010015Machine
—Helping HandNORMALStatus——20Machine
—Hidden PowerNORMALSpecial6010015Machine
—Knock OffDARKPhysical6510020Machine
—Leaf StormGRASSSpecial130905Machine
—Light ScreenPSYCHICStatus——30Machine
—Magical LeafGRASSSpecial60—20Machine
—Mega DrainGRASSSpecial4010015Machine
—MimicNORMALStatus——10Machine
—Mud SlapGROUNDSpecial2010010Machine
—Natural GiftNORMALPhysical—10015Machine
—Nature PowerNORMALStatus——20Machine
—OutrageDRAGONPhysical12010010Machine
—Power WhipGRASSPhysical1208510Machine
—ProtectNORMALStatus——10Machine
—RageNORMALPhysical2010020Machine
—ReflectPSYCHICStatus——20Machine
—RestPSYCHICStatus——5Machine
—ReturnNORMALPhysical—10020Machine
—Rock SmashFIGHTINGPhysical4010015Machine
—RoundNORMALSpecial6010015Machine
—SafeguardNORMALStatus——25Machine
—Secret PowerNORMALPhysical7010020Machine
—Seed BombGRASSPhysical8010015Machine
—Sleep TalkNORMALStatus——10Machine
—Sludge BombPOISONSpecial9010010Machine
—SnoreNORMALSpecial5010015Machine
—Solar BeamGRASSSpecial12010010Machine
—StrengthNORMALPhysical8010015Machine
—SubstituteNORMALStatus——10Machine
—Sunny DayFIREStatus——5Machine
—SwaggerNORMALStatus—8515Machine
—Sweet ScentNORMALStatus—10020Machine
—Swords DanceNORMALStatus——20Machine
—Take DownNORMALPhysical908520Machine
—Tera BlastNORMALSpecial8010010Machine
—ToxicPOISONStatus—9010Machine
—TrailblazeGRASSPhysical5010020Machine
—VenoshockPOISONSpecial6510010Machine
—Weather BallNORMALSpecial5010010Machine
—Work UpNORMALStatus——30Machine
—AmnesiaPSYCHICStatus——20Egg
—CharmFAIRYStatus—10020Egg
—CurseGHOSTStatus——10Egg
—EndureNORMALStatus——10Egg
—Giga DrainGRASSSpecial7510010Egg
—Grass WhistleGRASSStatus—5515Egg
—Grassy TerrainGRASSStatus——10Egg
—IngrainGRASSStatus——20Egg
—Leaf StormGRASSSpecial130905Egg
—Light ScreenPSYCHICStatus——30Egg
—Magical LeafGRASSSpecial60—20Egg
—Nature PowerNORMALStatus——20Egg
—Petal DanceGRASSSpecial12010010Egg
—Power WhipGRASSPhysical1208510Egg
—Razor WindNORMALSpecial8010010Egg
—SafeguardNORMALStatus——25Egg
—Skull BashNORMALPhysical13010010Egg
—SludgePOISONSpecial6510020Egg
—ToxicPOISONStatus—9010Egg
—BindNORMALPhysical158520Tutor
—Body SlamNORMALPhysical8510015Tutor
—Defense CurlNORMALStatus——40Tutor
—Double EdgeNORMALPhysical12010015Tutor
—EndureNORMALStatus——10Tutor
—Fury CutterBUGPhysical409520Tutor
—Giga DrainGRASSSpecial7510010Tutor
—Grass PledgeGRASSSpecial8010010Tutor
—Grassy GlideGRASSPhysical5510020Tutor
—HeadbuttNORMALPhysical7010015Tutor
—Knock OffDARKPhysical6510020Tutor
—MimicNORMALStatus——10Tutor
—Mud SlapGROUNDSpecial2010010Tutor
—Seed BombGRASSPhysical8010015Tutor
—Sleep TalkNORMALStatus——10Tutor
—SnoreNORMALSpecial5010015Tutor
—String ShotBUGStatus—9540Tutor
—SubstituteNORMALStatus——10Tutor
—SwaggerNORMALStatus—8515Tutor
—Swords DanceNORMALStatus——20Tutor
—SynthesisGRASSStatus——5Tutor
—Worry SeedGRASSStatus—10010Tutor

Bulbasaur Pokédex entries

The Bulbasaur Pokédex entries below let you compare how Bulbasaur has been described across different Pokémon games. Pokédex wording often changes between versions, so reading the entries together is a useful way to see how its description has evolved across the series.

Bulbasaur Pokédex entries

GameEntry
Red

A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this POKéMON.

Blue

A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this POKéMON.

Yellow

It can go for days without eating a single morsel. In the bulb on its back, it stores energy.

Gold

The seed on its back is filled with nutrients. The seed grows steadily larger as its body grows.

Silver

It carries a seed on its back right from birth. As it grows older, the seed also grows larger.

Crystal

While it is young, it uses the nutrients that are stored in the seeds on its back in order to grow.

Ruby

BULBASAUR can be seen napping in bright sunlight. There is a seed on its back. By soaking up the sun’s rays, the seed grows progressively larger.

Sapphire

BULBASAUR can be seen napping in bright sunlight. There is a seed on its back. By soaking up the sun’s rays, the seed grows progressively larger.

Emerald

BULBASAUR can be seen napping in bright sunlight. There is a seed on its back. By soaking up the sun’s rays, the seed grows progressively larger.

Firered

There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this POKéMON is born. The seed slowly grows larger.

Leafgreen

A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this POKéMON.

Diamond

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

Pearl

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

Platinum

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

Heartgold

The seed on its back is filled with nutrients. The seed grows steadily larger as its body grows.

Soulsilver

It carries a seed on its back right from birth. As it grows older, the seed also grows larger.

Black

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

White

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

Black 2

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

White 2

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

X

A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokémon.

Y

For some time after its birth, it grows by gaining nourishment from the seed on its back.

Omega Ruby

Bulbasaur can be seen napping in bright sunlight. There is a seed on its back. By soaking up the sun’s rays, the seed grows progressively larger.

Alpha Sapphire

Bulbasaur can be seen napping in bright sunlight. There is a seed on its back. By soaking up the sun’s rays, the seed grows progressively larger.

Lets Go Pikachu

It can go for days without eating a single morsel. In the bulb on its back, it stores energy.

Lets Go Eevee

It can go for days without eating a single morsel. In the bulb on its back, it stores energy.

Sword

There is a plant seed on its back right from the day this Pokémon is born. The seed slowly grows larger.

Shield

While it is young, it uses the nutrients that are stored in the seed on its back in order to grow.

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