Chikorita.
BST 318 · grass
Chikorita is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug and resists Water, Electric, Grass, Ground.
Chikorita base stats
BST 318 · ranges at level 100Chikorita weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typeChikorita abilities
2 total · 1 hiddenChikorita evolution line
3 stagesChikorita evolves into Bayleef: level it up to 16 or higher. How to evolve Chikorita, every game
Best Chikorita moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerChikorita moves
gen 9 · 73 moves · 14 level-up · 35 TM/HM · 11 egg · 13 tutorChikorita Pokédex entries
5 generations · newest firstA sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up sun rays.
It uses the leaf on its head to determine the temperature and humidity. It loves to sunbathe.
In battle, Chikorita waves its leaf around to keep the foe at bay. However, a sweet fragrance also wafts from the leaf, becalming the battling Pokémon and creating a cozy, friendly atmosphere all around.
It uses the leaf on its head to determine the temperature and humidity. It loves to sunbathe.
It uses the leaf on its head to determine the temperature and humidity. It loves to sunbathe.
A sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up sunrays.
Its pleasantly aromatic leaf has the ability to check humidity and temperature.
In battle, CHIKORITA waves its leaf around to keep the foe at bay. However, a sweet fragrance also wafts from the leaf, becalming the battling POKéMON and creating a cozy, friendly atmosphere all around.
It waves its leaf around to keep foes at bay. However, a sweet fragrance also wafts from the leaf, creating a friendly atmosphere that becalms the battlers.
Its pleasantly aromatic leaves have the ability to check the humidity and temperature.
A sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up the sun’s rays.
A sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up the sun's rays.
Its pleasantly aromatic leaves have the ability to check the hu midity and tem perature.
It loves to bask in the sunlight. It uses the leaf on its head to seek out warm places.
Chikorita species data
gen II species · breeding and trainingAbout Chikorita
Chikorita is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2 (Johto). A sweet aroma gently wafts from the leaf on its head. It is docile and loves to soak up sun rays. Chikorita stands 0.9 m (2'11") tall and weighs 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Chikorita base stats
Chikorita has a base stat total of 318, which is low, indicating a pre-evolution or utility-focused Pokémon. Its highest stat is Defense at 65 (average), while its lowest is HP at 45 (below average). Chikorita is slow with a base Speed of 45.
Chikorita weaknesses and resistances
As a Grass-type, Chikorita is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug-type moves, resists Water, Electric, Grass, Ground-type attacks. This gives Chikorita 5 weaknesses, 4 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Chikorita abilities
Chikorita's abilities include Overgrow, Leaf Guard. Overgrow strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its Hidden Ability is Leaf Guard, which protects against major status ailments during strong sunlight.
Chikorita moves and learnset
Chikorita can learn 73 moves in Generation 9, including 14 by leveling up, 35 via TM/HM, 11 through breeding, and 13 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Leaf Storm (Grass, 130 power), Solar Blade (Grass, 125 power), Solar Beam (Grass, 120 power), Energy Ball (Grass, 90 power). For coverage, Chikorita can learn Double Edge (Normal), Take Down (Normal), Body Slam (Normal).
Training Chikorita
With a capture rate of 45 (17.6%), Chikorita can be quite challenging to catch in the wild. Defeating Chikorita yields 1 Sp. Defense EV. It has a medium slow growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Chikorita belongs to the Monster and Plant egg groups. Chikorita is part of a 3-stage evolution line (Chikorita → Bayleef → Meganium). Wild Chikorita may be found holding Lum Berry.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Chikorita. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Chikorita, or use the team builder to see how Chikorita fits into your squad.
