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Sunkern is a small Grass-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 2. It is known for its seed-like design, low base stats and evolution into Sunflora when exposed to a Sun Stone. This guide covers Sunkern’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Sunkern 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 |
| FAQ |
Sunkern is a small Grass-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 2. It is known for its seed-like design, low base stats and evolution into Sunflora when exposed to a Sun Stone.
Competitive Overview
Sunkern is generally not a strong competitive Pokemon because of its extremely low stats. Its main value comes from novelty, challenge runs, early-game Grass utility and its evolution into Sunflora.
Its best role depends on format, available moves and whether it is being used before or after evolution.
Here are the key facts to know about Sunkern, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Sunkern
National Dex
#0191
Type
Grass
Species
Seed Pokemon
Height
1’00” / 0.3 m
30 cm
Weight
4.0 lbs / 1.8 kg
1.8 kg
Abilities
Chlorophyll, Solar Power, Early Bird
Sunkern has very low stats across the board. It is best viewed as a pre-evolution that should become Sunflora when the player has a Sun Stone.
These are some of Sunkern’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A Grass-type attack that provides damage and recovery in one move.
An early draining move that helps Sunkern stay healthy during story progression.
A reliable physical Grass-type attack in games where it is available.
A reliable special Grass-type attack for consistent damage.
Adds chip damage and passive recovery to support longer games.
Boosts attacking stats and works especially well in sunlight.
Can reduce a target’s HP to match the user’s current HP in niche situations.
A powerful Grass-type move that works especially well in harsh sunlight.
Use the section below to view Sunkern’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Sunkern is a Grass-type Pokemon.
Type
Grass
Weaknesses
Fire, Bug, Flying, Poison, Ice
Resistances
Ground, Water, Grass, Electric
Immunity
None
None
Sunkern’s abilities shape how it performs across story play and competitive formats.
Doubles Speed in harsh sunlight, helping this Pokemon act faster on sun teams.
Boosts Special Attack in harsh sunlight while costing HP each turn.
Allows the Pokemon to wake up from sleep faster.
Sunkern is part of the Sunkern evolution line.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Sunkern when exposed to a Sun Stone
Sunkern’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the tables below for general availability by generation.
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Red |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Blue |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Yellow |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Gold |
Route 24 and National Park. |
Pokemon Silver |
Route 24 and National Park. |
Pokemon Crystal |
Route 24 and National Park. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Ruby |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Sapphire |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Emerald |
Safari Zone. |
Pokemon FireRed |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Diamond |
Route 204. |
Pokemon Pearl |
Route 204. |
Pokemon Platinum |
Route 204. |
Pokemon HeartGold |
Route 24 and National Park. |
Pokemon SoulSilver |
Route 24 and National Park. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Black |
Route 12. |
Pokemon White |
Route 12. |
Pokemon Black 2 |
Route 20. |
Pokemon White 2 |
Route 20. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon X |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Y |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Mirage Spots. |
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Route 204, Grassland Cave and Sunlit Cavern. |
Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Route 204, Grassland Cave and Sunlit Cavern. |
Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Tagtree Thicket, Asado Desert, Paldea provinces, Glaseado Mountain, East Paldean Sea and The Pokemon League area. |
Pokemon Violet |
Tagtree Thicket, Asado Desert, Paldea provinces, Glaseado Mountain, East Paldean Sea and The Pokemon League area. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Sunkern |
|---|---|
Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Sunkern. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Sunkern is a Grass-type Pokemon.
Sunkern is weak to Fire, Bug, Flying, Poison, Ice-type moves.
Sunkern is part of the Sunkern evolution line.
Sunkern’s abilities are Chlorophyll, Solar Power, Early Bird.
Sunkern’s useful moves include Giga Drain, Mega Drain, Seed Bomb, Energy Ball, Leech Seed.
Sunkern is generally not a strong competitive Pokemon because of its extremely low stats. Its main value comes from novelty, challenge runs, early-game Grass utility and its evolution into Sunflora.
Sunkern can be found, evolved, transferred or traded depending on the Pokemon game.
Yes, shiny Sunkern exists in Pokemon games where shiny hunting or transfer availability supports it.
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