About Chikorita
Chikorita (Pokédex #0152) is a Grass-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 2. It is officially classified as the Leaf Pokémon. A sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up the sun's rays.
As a Grass-type POKEMON, Chikorita has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug moves. It resists Water, Electric, Grass, Ground moves, taking only half damage from them.
Chikorita's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 318 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 45 · ATK 49 · DEF 65 · SP.ATK 49 · SP.DEF 65 · SPD 45. Its standout stat is DEF (65), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Overgrow, Leaf guard, with Leaf guard as its hidden ability.
Chikorita stands 0.9 m (35") tall and weighs 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs). It is typically found in Grassland environments. Capture rate: 45/255 (difficult to catch). Use Ultra Balls with a status condition (Sleep or Paralysis) for the best results. Growth rate: Medium Slow. Egg groups: Monster, Plant.
Chikorita is part of the Chikorita → Bayleef → Meganium evolution line (3-stage). Chikorita is the base form and can evolve into Bayleef via Level 16.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Bayleef and Meganium. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.
