
Pokemon Guide
Tangela is a Grass-type Pokemon. This guide covers Tangela stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Tangela guide supports current Pokemon games 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 |
Tangela is the National Dex #0114 Pokemon. It evolves into Tangrowth when leveled up while knowing Ancient Power in supported games. This page is built for WordPress Classic Editor with complete guide sections and game-by-game location dropdowns.
Competitive Overview
Tangela can be useful in the right format depending on stats, movepool, abilities and team support.
Tangela is usually strongest when its typing, coverage and evolution role are matched to the right team need.
Here are the key facts to know about Tangela, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Tangela
National Dex
#0114
Type
Grass
Species
Vine Pokemon
Height
3’03” / 1.0 m
Weight
77.2 lbs / 35.0 kg
Abilities
Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Regenerator
Tangela has a stat profile that supports its common in-game and competitive roles. Use the stats shortcode below for exact numbers.
Tangela uses a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game, but these moves are some of its most useful and recognizable options.
Damage and recovery.
Reliable Grass damage.
Strong physical Grass attack.
Sleep status move.
Paralysis status move.
Key evolution move for Tangrowth.
Removes held items.
Drains HP over time.
Tangela can learn a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game. Use the section below to view Tangela’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Legends: Arceus
Tangela is a Grass-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Ground, Water, Grass and Electric-type moves, but leaves it weak to Flying, Poison, Bug, Fire and Ice-type attacks.
Type
Grass
Weaknesses
Flying, Poison, Bug, Fire, Ice
Resistances
Ground, Water, Grass, Electric
Immunity
None
None
Tangela’s abilities can change how it handles battle matchups and team roles.
Chlorophyll can shape how Tangela handles battle matchups and team roles.
Leaf Guard can shape how Tangela handles battle matchups and team roles.
Regenerator can shape how Tangela handles battle matchups and team roles.
Tangela evolution details vary by generation where applicable. The cards below summarize the main evolution path.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves by leveling up while knowing Ancient Power in supported games
Tangela’s availability changes by game. Use the dropdowns below for game-by-game availability notes.
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Red |
Route 21. |
Pokemon Blue |
Route 21. |
Pokemon Yellow |
Safari Zone. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Gold |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Silver |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Crystal |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Ruby |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Sapphire |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Emerald |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon FireRed |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon LeafGreen |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Diamond |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Pearl |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Platinum |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon HeartGold |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon SoulSilver |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Black |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon White |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Black 2 |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon White 2 |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon X |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Y |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sun |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Moon |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sword |
Forest of Focus and Training Lowlands. |
Pokemon Shield |
Forest of Focus and Training Lowlands. |
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Gapejaw Bog and Crossing Slope. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Violet |
Grass area encounter, trade or transfer depending on the game. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Tangela |
|---|---|
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 Tangela. This FAQ is visible on-page content only.
Tangela is a Grass-type Pokemon.
Tangela is weak to Flying, Poison, Bug, Fire, Ice-type moves.
Tangela abilities include Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Regenerator.
Tangela best moves often include Giga Drain, Energy Ball, Power Whip, Sleep Powder, Stun Spore, Ancient Power.
Tangela can be useful when its typing, stats and moves fit the team.
Tangela availability changes by game. Check the location dropdowns on this page.
Location data not yet available.
Tangela evolution details are listed in the evolution section above.
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