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    Skiploom Pokemon Guide

    Skiploom is the middle evolution of Hoppip. It is a Grass and Flying-type Pokemon known for its flower-like appearance, light body, speed support moves and evolution into Jumpluff. This guide covers Skiploom’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions information.

    Grass type Pokemon icon
    Flying type Pokemon icon

    Normal Form

    Skiploom

    skiploom

    Shiny Form

    Shiny Skiploom

    skiploom

    Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Skiploom 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.

    Skiploom Description

    Skiploom is the middle evolution of Hoppip. It is a Grass and Flying-type Pokemon known for its flower-like appearance, light body, speed support moves and evolution into Jumpluff.

    Competitive Overview

    Is Skiploom Good in Competitive?

    Skiploom is usually more useful during story progression than high-level competitive play, but it can provide fast utility with Sleep Powder, Stun Spore, Leech Seed and U-turn in formats where it is available.

    Its best role depends on format, available moves and whether it is being used before or after evolution.

    Skiploom Quick Facts

    Here are the key facts to know about Skiploom, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.

    Name

    Skiploom

    National Dex

    #0188

    Type

    Grass type Pokemon iconFlying type Pokemon icon

    Grass / Flying

    Species

    Cottonweed Pokemon

    Height

    2’00” / 0.6 m

    60 cm

    Weight

    2.2 lbs / 1.0 kg

    1.0 kg

    Abilities

    Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Infiltrator

    Skiploom Stats

    Skiploom has modest stats with Speed standing out the most. It is usually used as a support Pokemon before evolving into Jumpluff.

    Hp
    55
    Attack
    45
    Defense
    50
    Special Attack
    45
    Special Defense
    65
    Speed
    80

    Skiploom Best Moves Across Pokemon Games

    These are some of Skiploom’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.

    Grass type Pokemon icon

    Sleep Powder

    A key status move that can shut down an opposing Pokemon when it lands.

    Grass type Pokemon icon

    Leech Seed

    Adds chip damage and passive recovery to support longer games.

    Grass type Pokemon icon

    Stun Spore

    Spreads paralysis to slow down faster threats and support teammates.

    Flying type Pokemon icon

    Acrobatics

    A Flying-type attack that can become stronger when the user is not holding an item.

    Grass type Pokemon icon

    Giga Drain

    A Grass-type attack that provides damage and recovery in one move.

    Grass type Pokemon icon

    Seed Bomb

    A reliable physical Grass-type attack in games where it is available.

    Normal type Pokemon icon

    U-turn

    Lets the Pokemon pivot out while keeping momentum for the team.

    Normal type Pokemon icon

    Swords Dance

    Boosts Attack and can support niche offensive sets in some games.

    Skiploom All Moves

    Use the section below to view Skiploom’s move list by learn method.

    Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

    Level-Up Moves
    LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    1Absorb Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special20100
    1Splash Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    1Synthesis Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status––
    1Tail Whip Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status–100
    8Tackle Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical40100
    10Fairy Wind Fairy type Pokemon icon Fairy Special40100
    12Poison Powder Poison type Pokemon icon Poison Status–75
    12Sleep Powder Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status–75
    12Stun Spore Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status–75
    15Bullet Seed Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Physical25100
    20Leech Seed Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status–90
    24Mega Drain Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special40100
    28Acrobatics Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical55100
    31Cotton Spore Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status–100
    34U Turn Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical70100
    37Giga Drain Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special75100
    41Bounce Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical8585
    44Memento Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Status–100
    TM Moves
    MethodMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    TMAcrobatics Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical55100
    TMAerial Ace Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Physical60–
    TMBaton Pass Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMBullet Seed Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Physical25100
    TMCharm Fairy type Pokemon icon Fairy Status–100
    TMDazzling Gleam Fairy type Pokemon icon Fairy Special80100
    TMDouble Edge Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical120100
    TMEncore Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status–100
    TMEndeavor Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical–100
    TMEndure Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMEnergy Ball Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special90100
    TMFacade Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical70100
    TMFling Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical–100
    TMGiga Drain Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special75100
    TMGrass Knot Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special–100
    TMGrassy Terrain Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Status––
    TMHelping Hand Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMLeaf Storm Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special13090
    TMLight Screen Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMLunge Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
    TMMagical Leaf Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special60–
    TMPollen Puff Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Special90100
    TMProtect Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMReflect Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMRest Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMSeed Bomb Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Physical80100
    TMSleep Talk Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMSolar Beam Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special120100
    TMSubstitute Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMSunny Day Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status––
    TMSwords Dance Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMTailwind Flying type Pokemon icon Flying Status––
    TMTake Down Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical9085
    TMTera Blast Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special80100
    TMThief Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical60100
    TMTrailblaze Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Physical50100
    TMU Turn Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical70100

    Skiploom Typing, Weaknesses and Resistances

    Skiploom is a Grass and Flying-type Pokemon.

    Type

    Grass type Pokemon iconFlying type Pokemon icon

    Grass / Flying

    Weaknesses

    Ice type Pokemon iconFlying type Pokemon iconPoison type Pokemon iconRock type Pokemon iconFire type Pokemon icon

    Ice, Flying, Poison, Rock, Fire

    Resistances

    Fighting type Pokemon iconGround type Pokemon iconWater type Pokemon iconGrass type Pokemon icon

    Fighting, Ground, Water, Grass

    Immunity

    Ground type Pokemon icon

    Ground

    Skiploom Abilities

    Skiploom’s abilities shape how it performs across story play and competitive formats.

    Chlorophyll

    Doubles Speed in harsh sunlight, helping this Pokemon act faster on sun teams.

    Leaf Guard

    Prevents status conditions during harsh sunlight in games where the ability is active.

    Infiltrator

    Allows moves to bypass substitutes and certain protective barriers.

    Skiploom Evolution

    Skiploom is part of the Hoppip evolution line.

    Stage 1

    Hoppip

    Grass type Pokemon iconFlying type Pokemon icon
    hoppip

    Starting form

    Stage 2

    Skiploom

    Grass type Pokemon iconFlying type Pokemon icon
    skiploom

    Evolves from Hoppip at Level 18

    Stage 3

    Jumpluff

    Grass type Pokemon iconFlying type Pokemon icon
    jumpluff

    Evolves from Skiploom at Level 27

    Where to Find Skiploom in Pokemon Games

    Skiploom’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the tables below for general availability by generation.

    Generation 1: Pokemon Red, Blue and Yellow
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Red box artPokemon Red Not available in this game.
    Pokemon Blue box artPokemon Blue Not available in this game.
    Pokemon Yellow box artPokemon Yellow Not available in this game.
    Generation 2: Pokemon Gold, Silver and Crystal
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Gold box artPokemon Gold Route 14.
    Pokemon Silver box artPokemon Silver Route 14.
    Pokemon Crystal box artPokemon Crystal Route 14.
    Generation 3: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Ruby box artPokemon Ruby Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Sapphire box artPokemon Sapphire Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Emerald box artPokemon Emerald Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon FireRed box artPokemon FireRed Evolve Hoppip.
    Pokemon LeafGreen box artPokemon LeafGreen Evolve Hoppip.
    Generation 4: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold and SoulSilver
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Diamond box artPokemon Diamond Route 205.
    Pokemon Pearl box artPokemon Pearl Fuego Ironworks.
    Pokemon Platinum box artPokemon Platinum Evolve Hoppip.
    Pokemon HeartGold box artPokemon HeartGold Route 14.
    Pokemon SoulSilver box artPokemon SoulSilver Route 14.
    Generation 5: Black, White, Black 2 and White 2
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Black box artPokemon Black Transfer when supported.
    Pokemon White box artPokemon White Evolve Hoppip.
    Pokemon Black 2 box artPokemon Black 2 Transfer when supported.
    Pokemon White 2 box artPokemon White 2 Transfer when supported.
    Generation 6: X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon X box artPokemon X Evolve Hoppip.
    Pokemon Y box artPokemon Y Evolve Hoppip.
    Pokemon Omega Ruby box artPokemon Omega Ruby Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Alpha Sapphire box artPokemon Alpha Sapphire Trade or migrate from another game.
    Generation 7: Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon and Let’s Go
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Sun box artPokemon Sun Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Moon box artPokemon Moon Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Ultra Sun box artPokemon Ultra Sun Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Ultra Moon box artPokemon Ultra Moon Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu box artPokemon Let’s Go Pikachu Not available in this game.
    Pokemon Let's Go Eevee box artPokemon Let’s Go Eevee Not available in this game.
    Generation 8: Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Sword box artPokemon Sword Not available in this game.
    Pokemon Shield box artPokemon Shield Not available in this game.
    Pokemon Brilliant Diamond box artPokemon Brilliant Diamond Route 205, Grassland Cave and Sunlit Cavern.
    Pokemon Shining Pearl box artPokemon Shining Pearl Fuego Ironworks, Grassland Cave and Sunlit Cavern.
    Pokemon Legends: Arceus box artPokemon Legends: Arceus Not available in this game.
    Generation 9: Scarlet, Violet and Legends Z-A
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Scarlet box artPokemon Scarlet East Province Area One, East Province Area Two and South Province Area Five.
    Pokemon Violet box artPokemon Violet East Province Area One, East Province Area Two and South Province Area Five.
    Pokemon Legends Z-A box artPokemon Legends Z-A Location data not yet available.
    Generation 10: Pokemon Winds and Waves
    Game Where to Find Skiploom
    Pokemon Winds and Waves box artPokemon Winds and Waves Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed.

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    Skiploom FAQ

    Here are quick answers to common questions about Skiploom. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.

    What type is Skiploom?

    Skiploom is a Grass and Flying-type Pokemon.

    What is Skiploom weak against?

    Skiploom is weak to Ice, Flying, Poison, Rock, Fire-type moves.

    What does Skiploom evolve from?

    Skiploom is part of the Hoppip evolution line.

    What are Skiploom’s abilities?

    Skiploom’s abilities are Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Infiltrator.

    What are Skiploom’s best moves?

    Skiploom’s useful moves include Sleep Powder, Leech Seed, Stun Spore, Acrobatics, Giga Drain.

    Is Skiploom good in Pokemon?

    Skiploom is usually more useful during story progression than high-level competitive play, but it can provide fast utility with Sleep Powder, Stun Spore, Leech Seed and U-turn in formats where it is available.

    How do you get Skiploom?

    Skiploom can be found, evolved, transferred or traded depending on the Pokemon game.

    Is shiny Skiploom available?

    Yes, shiny Skiploom exists in Pokemon games where shiny hunting or transfer availability supports it.


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