Pokemon Guide
Flapple is a Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 8. This guide covers Flapple’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution from Applin, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Gigantamax form information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Gigantamax Form
Last Updated: June 2026 | Page Status: This Flapple guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Flapple is one of Applin’s evolved forms. It is a Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon known for its apple-themed design, unusual evolution method and access to strong Grass and Dragon-type moves across modern Pokemon games.
Competitive Overview
Flapple can be useful in certain competitive formats because of its Grass and Dragon typing, item-focused abilities and access to strong physical attacks. Its role depends heavily on the format, team support and whether its key coverage moves are available.
Flapple’s biggest strengths are its signature move pressure, useful Grass and Dragon coverage and abilities like Ripen or Gluttony. Its biggest issue is a major Ice weakness, along with additional weaknesses to Flying, Poison, Bug, Dragon and Fairy-type attacks.
Here are the key facts to know about Flapple, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Flapple
National Dex
#0841
Type
Grass / Dragon
Species
Apple Wing Pokemon
Height
1’00” / 0.3 m
30 cm
Weight
2.2 lbs / 1.0 kg
1.0 kg
Abilities
Ripen, Gluttony, Hustle
Flapple has a focused stat spread that supports its role as an apple-themed Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon. Its exact strengths vary by format, but it can pressure opponents with strong STAB moves and useful coverage.
Flapple can use Grass, Dragon and coverage moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Flapple’s most useful and recognizable moves.
Flapple’s signature Grass-type attack that lowers the target’s Defense after dealing damage.
A setup move that boosts Attack and Speed, helping Flapple become a stronger physical threat.
A high-power Dragon-type attack that gives Flapple major damage potential when it can safely lock in.
A reliable special Dragon-type option for sets that want consistent damage without being locked in.
A powerful special Dragon-type attack that can hit very hard before lowering Special Attack.
A useful Flying-type coverage move that can pressure Bug, Grass and Fighting-type Pokemon.
A steady physical Grass-type move for consistent STAB damage.
A pivot move that lets Flapple deal damage and switch into a teammate.
Flapple can learn Grass, Dragon, Normal and coverage moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Flapple’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Flapple is a Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon. This gives it strong resistances to Water, Grass and Electric, but it also creates a major weakness to Ice-type moves.
Type
Grass / Dragon
Weaknesses
Ice, Flying, Poison, Bug, Dragon and Fairy
Resistances
Water, Grass, Electric and Ground
Immunity
None
Flapple’s abilities interact with held berries, low-HP item use and offensive pressure depending on the game and format.
Doubles the effect of certain held berries. This can help Flapple gain more value from healing or stat-boosting berries.
Allows Flapple to eat certain berries earlier than usual. This can help it activate recovery or pinch berry effects before it gets too low.
Boosts the power of physical moves but lowers their accuracy, giving Flapple extra damage at the cost of reliability.
Flapple evolves from Applin when Applin is exposed to a Tart Apple. Applin also has other branched evolutions, including Flapple, Appletun and the Dipplin line in newer games.
Stage 1
Starting form
Branch Evolution
Evolves from Applin with a Tart Apple
Related Branch
Evolves from Applin with a Sweet Apple
Flapple’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Flapple is obtained by catching Applin and evolving it with a Tart Apple, though some games include direct encounters or transfer options.
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Y |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available because Flapple had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Found in Stepping-Stone Sea. Flapple can also be obtained by evolving Applin with a Tart Apple. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Trade, transfer or evolve Applin with a Tart Apple obtained from another game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Evolve Applin with a Tart Apple. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Evolve Applin with a Tart Apple. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Flapple |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Gigantamax Flapple is Flapple’s Gigantamax form from Pokemon Sword and Shield. It keeps the Grass and Dragon typing while gaining access to G-Max Tartness.
Category
Apple Wing Pokemon
Type
Grass / Dragon
Height
78’09” or taller
Weight
Unknown
Gigantamax Flapple uses its huge apple-covered body to pressure opponents in Max Raid and Dynamax battles. Its exclusive G-Max move, G-Max Tartness, gives it a distinct identity among Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Flapple. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Flapple is a Grass and Dragon-type Pokemon.
Flapple is weak to Ice, Flying, Poison, Bug, Dragon and Fairy-type moves. Ice is especially dangerous because Flapple has a major weakness to it.
Flapple evolves from Applin when Applin is exposed to a Tart Apple.
Flapple’s abilities are Ripen, Gluttony and Hustle. Hustle is its hidden ability.
Flapple’s best moves often include Grav Apple, Dragon Dance, Outrage, Dragon Pulse, Draco Meteor, Acrobatics, Seed Bomb and U-turn.
Flapple can be useful on teams that want a Grass and Dragon-type attacker with setup potential and unique move options.
The most common way to get Flapple is to evolve Applin with a Tart Apple.
Yes, Flapple has a Gigantamax form in Pokemon Sword and Shield with the exclusive G-Max Tartness move.
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