Tangela
Tangela is a Grass type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0114 |
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| Type | Grass |
| Species | Vine Pokémon |
| Height | 1.0 m (3′03″) |
| Weight | 35.0 kg (77.2 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Chlorophyll 2. Leaf Guard Regenerator (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0114 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0179 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0114 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0181 (Platinum) 0182 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0217 (Black 2/White 2) 0114 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0095 (Legends: Arceus) 0080 (The Isle of Armor) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Defense |
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| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 87 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Grass |
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| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 65 | 240 | 334 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Defense | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Sp. Atk | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Def | 40 | 76 | 196 | |
| Speed | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Total | 435 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Tangela changes
- In Generation 3, Tangela does not have the Leaf Guard ability.
- In Generation 1, Tangela has a base Special stat of 100.
- In Generations 1-4, Tangela has a base experience yield of 166.
- In Generations 2-7, Tangela has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue |
The whole body is swathed with wide vines that are similar to seaweed. Its vines shake as it walks. |
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| Yellow | Its identity is obscured by masses of thick, blue vines. The vines are said to never stop growing. |
| Gold | The vines that cloak its entire body are always jiggling. They effectively unnerve its foes. |
| Silver | It tangles any moving thing with its vines. Their subtle shaking is ticklish if you get ensnared. |
| Crystal | During battle, it constantly moves the vines that cover its body in order to annoy its opponent. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
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. |
| FireRed | Blue plant vines cloak the POKéMON’s identity in a tangled mass. It entangles anything that gets close. |
| LeafGreen | The whole body is swathed with wide vines that are similar to seaweed. The vines sway as it walks. |
| Emerald | 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. |
| Diamond Pearl |
It is shrouded by blue vines. No one has seen the face hidden behind this growth of vines. |
| Platinum | The blue vines shrouding its body are covered in a growth of fine hair. It is known to be ticklish. |
| HeartGold | The vines that cloak its entire body are always jiggling. They effectively unnerve its foes. |
| SoulSilver | It tangles any moving thing with its vines. Their subtle shaking is ticklish if you get ensnared. |
| Black White |
The blue vines shrouding its body are covered in a growth of fine hair. It is known to be ticklish. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Many writhing vines cover it, so its true identity remains unknown. The blue vines grow its whole life long. |
| X | Many writhing vines cover it, so its true identity remains unknown. The blue vines grow its whole life long. |
| Y | It tangles any moving thing with its vines. Their subtle shaking is ticklish if you get ensnared. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
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. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Its identity is obscured by masses of thick blue vines. The vines are said to never stop growing. |
| Sword | Hidden beneath a tangle of vines that grows nonstop even if the vines are torn off, this Pokémon’s true appearance remains a mystery. |
| Shield | The vines of a Tangela have a distinct scent. In some parts of Galar, Tangela vines are used as herbs. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It is shrouded by blue vines. No one has seen the face hidden behind this growth of vines. |
| Legends: Arceus | 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. |
Moves learned by Tangela
Moves learnt by level up
Tangela does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Tangela does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Tangela cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Tangela learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Absorb | Grass | 20 | 100 | |
| 6 | Stun Spore | Grass | — | 75 | |
| 11 | Poison Powder | Poison | — | 75 | |
| 15 | Acid Spray | Poison | 40 | 100 | |
| 18 | Double Hit | Normal | 35 | 90 | |
| 25 | Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
| 34 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 43 | Sleep Powder | Grass | — | 75 |
Move Tutor moves
Tangela can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
| Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| Sludge Bomb | Poison | 90 | 100 |
Tangela sprites
| Type | Generation 1 | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Tangela
| Red Blue |
Route 21, Cinnabar Island |
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| Yellow | Safari Zone |
| Gold Silver Crystal |
Route 21, 28, 44, Mt. Silver |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Route 21, Cinnabar Island, Treasure Beach |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Platinum | Great Marsh |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Route 21, 28, 44, Mt. Silver |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Route 13, Giant Chasm |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Route 21 |
| Sword Shield |
Forest of Focus |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Swampy Cave, Bogsunk Cavern |
| Legends: Arceus | Crossing Slope, Gapejaw Bog |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Other languages
| English | Tangela |
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| Japanese | モンジャラ (Monjara) |
| German | Tangela |
| French | Saquedeneu |
| Italian | Tangela |
| Spanish | Tangela |
| Korean | 덩쿠리 (deongkuri) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 蔓藤怪 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 蔓藤怪 |
| English |
Vine Pokémon |
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| Japanese | ツルじょうポケモン |
| German | Ranken-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Vigne |
| Italian | Pokémon Liana |
| Spanish | Pokémon Enredadera |
| Korean | 넝쿨포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 藤蔓状宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 藤蔓狀寶可夢 |
Name origin
- tangle
- twisted mesh of strands (e.g. vines)

