Hoppip

Hoppip (Pokédex #0187) is a Grass/Flying-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 2. It is officially classified as the Cottonweed Pokémon. To keep from being blown away by the wind, they gather in clusters. They do enjoy gentle breezes, though.

As a Grass/Flying-type POKEMON, Hoppip has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Ice — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. It takes double damage from Fire, Poison, Flying, Rock moves. Conversely, Hoppip is completely immune to Ground — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Water, Fighting moves, taking only half damage from them.

Hoppip's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 250 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 35 · ATK 35 · DEF 40 · SP.ATK 35 · SP.DEF 55 · SPD 50. Its standout stat is SP.DEF (55), which makes it best suited for special defense roles. Its abilities are Chlorophyll, Leaf guard, Infiltrator, with Infiltrator as its hidden ability.

Hoppip stands 0.4 m (16") tall and weighs 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs). It is typically found in Grassland environments. Capture rate: 255/255 (very easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium Slow. Egg groups: Fairy, Plant.

Hoppip is part of the Hoppip → Skiploom → Jumpluff evolution line (3-stage). Hoppip is the base form and can evolve into Skiploom via Level 18.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Skiploom and Jumpluff. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.