Tangela.
BST 435 · grass
Tangela is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug and resists Water, Electric, Grass, Ground.
Tangela base stats
BST 435 · ranges at level 100Tangela weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typeTangela abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenTangela evolution line
2 stagesTangela evolves into Tangrowth: level it up while it knows Ancient Power. How to evolve Tangela, every game
Best Tangela moves
gen 8 learnset · sorted by base powerTangela moves
gen 8 · 87 moves · 22 level-up · 37 TM/HM · 12 egg · 16 tutorTangela Pokédex entries
8 generations · newest firstHidden beneath a tangle of vines that grows nonstop even if the vines are torn off, this Pokémon’s true appearance remains a mystery.
The vines of a Tangela have a distinct scent. In some parts of Galar, Tangela vines are used as herbs.
It is cloaked entirely in blue vines, preventing any glimpse of its true identity. The vines impart a refreshing sensation when chewed—they're useful as a spice.
Its identity is obscured by masses of thick blue vines. The vines are said to never stop growing.
Many writhing vines cover it, so its true identity remains unknown. The blue vines grow its whole life long.
It tangles any moving thing with its vines. Their subtle shaking is ticklish if you get ensnared.
Tangela’s vines snap off easily if they are grabbed. This happens without pain, allowing it to make a quick getaway. The lost vines are replaced by newly grown vines the very next day.
The blue vines shrouding its body are covered in a growth of fine hair. It is known to be ticklish.
Many writhing vines cover it, so its true identity remains unknown. The blue vines grow its whole life long.
It is shrouded by blue vines. No one has seen the face hidden behind this growth of vines.
The blue vines shrouding its body are covered in a growth of fine hair. It is known to be ticklish.
The vines that cloak its entire body are always jiggling. They effectively unnerve its foes.
It tangles any moving thing with its vines. Their subtle shaking is ticklish if you get ensnared.
TANGELA’s vines snap off easily if they are grabbed. This happens without pain, allowing it to make a quick getaway. The lost vines are replaced by newly grown vines the very next day.
Its vines snap off easily and painlessly if they are grabbed, allowing it to make a quick getaway. The lost vines are replaced by new growth the very next day.
Blue plant vines cloak the POKéMON’s identity in a tangled mass. It entangles anything that gets close.
The whole body is swathed with wide vines that are similar to seaweed. The vines sway as it walks.
The vines that cloak its entire body are always jiggling. They effectively un nerve its foes.
It tangles any moving thing with its vines. Their subtle shaking is ticklish if you get ensnared.
During battle, it constantly moves the vines that cover its body in order to annoy its opponent.
The whole body is swathed with wide vines that are similar to sea weed. Its vines shake as it walks.
Its identity is obscured by masses of thick, blue vines. The vines are said to never stop growing.
Tangela species data
gen I species · breeding and trainingAbout Tangela
Tangela is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). Hidden beneath a tangle of vines that grows nonstop even if the vines are torn off, this Pokémon’s true appearance remains a mystery. Tangela stands 1.0 m (3'03") tall and weighs 35.0 kg (77.2 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Tangela base stats
Tangela has a base stat total of 435, which is below average for a fully-evolved Pokémon. Its highest stat is Defense at 115 (very good), while its lowest is Sp. Def at 40 (below average). Tangela excels as a special attacker. Tangela is average speed with a base Speed of 60.
Tangela weaknesses and resistances
As a Grass-type, Tangela is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug-type moves, resists Water, Electric, Grass, Ground-type attacks. This gives Tangela 5 weaknesses, 4 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Tangela abilities
Tangela's abilities include Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Regenerator. Chlorophyll doubles Speed during strong sunlight.. Leaf Guard protects against major status ailments during strong sunlight. Its Hidden Ability is Regenerator, which heals for 1/3 max HP upon switching out.
Tangela moves and learnset
Tangela can learn 87 moves in Generation 8, including 22 by leveling up, 37 via TM/HM, 12 through breeding, and 16 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Leaf Storm (Grass, 130 power), Power Whip (Grass, 120 power), Solar Beam (Grass, 120 power), Energy Ball (Grass, 90 power). For coverage, Tangela can learn Giga Impact (Normal), Hyper Beam (Normal), Sludge Bomb (Poison).
Training Tangela
With a capture rate of 45 (17.6%), Tangela can be quite challenging to catch in the wild. Defeating Tangela yields 1 Defense EV. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Tangela belongs to the Plant egg group. Tangela is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Tangela → Tangrowth). Wild Tangela may be found holding Miracle Seed.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Tangela. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Tangela, or use the team builder to see how Tangela fits into your squad.
