About Skiploom
Skiploom (Pokédex #0188) is a Grass/Flying-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 2. It is officially classified as the Cottonweed Pokémon. The bloom on top of its head opens and closes as the temperature fluc tuates up and down.
As a Grass/Flying-type POKEMON, Skiploom 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, Skiploom is completely immune to Ground — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Water, Fighting moves, taking only half damage from them.
Skiploom's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 340 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 55 · ATK 45 · DEF 50 · SP.ATK 45 · SP.DEF 65 · SPD 80. Its standout stat is SPD (80), which makes it best suited for outspeeding opponents roles. Its abilities are Chlorophyll, Leaf guard, Infiltrator, with Infiltrator as its hidden ability.
Skiploom stands 0.6 m (24") tall and weighs 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). It is typically found in Grassland environments. Capture rate: 120/255 (easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium Slow. Egg groups: Fairy, Plant.
Skiploom is part of the Hoppip → Skiploom → Jumpluff evolution line (3-stage). Skiploom is a middle-stage evolution.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Hoppip and Jumpluff. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.