#0114 · Gen 1 · 435 BST
Tangela
A Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 115 base Defense. Common ability: Chlorophyll.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
140/67/121/108/54/72
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
172/117/183/167/101/123
Abilities
Boosts the Pokémon's Speed stat in sunshine.
Restores a little HP when withdrawn from battle.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Tangela
Tangela is a Grass/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 435. A Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 115 base Defense. Common ability: Chlorophyll.
Best stat: Defense (115 base)
Tangela's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 100 base Special Attack and 60 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Special Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Chlorophyll
- Leaf Guard
- Regenerator
How to use Tangela competitively
Open the damage calculator with Tangela selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Tangela appears in the species dropdown. Drop Tangela into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0114 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Grass / None |
| Abilities | Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Regenerator |
| Base Stat Total | 435 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 65 / 55 / 115 / 100 / 40 / 60 |