Shadow Bellsprout

Shadow Bellsprout is a Grass- and Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. At level 50, Shadow Bellsprout has a maximum CP of 1,168. It is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic-type attacks. The best raid moveset for Shadow Bellsprout is Vine Whip and Wrap.

Shadow Bellsprout Stats and Max CP

139 ATK

61 DEF

137 HP

Lvl 50 Max CP

1168 CP

Lvl 40

1033 CP

Lvl 25 Weather Boost

738 CP

Lvl 20 Raids

590 CP

Lvl 15 Research

443 CP

Shadow Bellsprout's Tier Ranking

Raid Attacker

Not ranked

Little Cup

#137

Shadow Bellsprout Type Chart

Shadow Bellsprout takes increased damage from:

Fire160.0%

Flying160.0%

Ice160.0%

Psychic160.0%

Shadow Bellsprout takes reduced damage from:

Grass39.1%

Electric62.5%

Fairy62.5%

Fighting62.5%

Water62.5%

Shadow Bellsprout best moveset

Vine Whip + Wrap

Vine Whip

Wrap

The best moveset for Shadow Bellsprout in raids is Vine Whip and Wrap (7.21 DPS, 36.4 TDO).

8 of 8 matches

Data table

1.	Vine Whip	Wrap	4.83	7.21	36.4
2.	Vine Whip	Sludge Bomb	4.83	7.21	36.4
3.	Vine Whip	Power Whip	4.83	7.21	36.4
4.	Acid	Wrap	4.15	6.19	31.2
5.	Acid	Sludge Bomb	4.15	6.19	31.2
6.	Acid	Power Whip	4.15	6.19	31.2
7.	Vine Whip	Frustration	0	0.10	0
8.	Acid	Frustration	0	0.10	0

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Fast Attacks

Vine Whip650.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Ground160%
Rock160%
Water160%
Resisted by
Flying62.5%
Poison62.5%
Bug62.5%
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Grass62.5%
Dragon62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 6
Energy 5
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.3s - 0.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 5
Energy 8

Effects
Vine Whip has no special effects.
See Vine Whip details page ↗
Acid11101.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Grass160%
Fairy160%
Resisted by
Poison62.5%
Ground62.5%
Rock62.5%
Ghost62.5%
Steel39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 11
Energy 10
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 1.0s
Damage window 0.6s - 0.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 6
Energy 8

Effects
Acid has no special effects.
See Acid details page ↗

Damage	6
Energy	5
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.3s - 0.5s

Damage	5
Energy	8

Damage	11
Energy	10
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	1.0s
Damage window	0.6s - 0.8s

Damage	6
Energy	8

Charged Attacks

Power Whip90502.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Ground160%
Rock160%
Water160%
Resisted by
Flying62.5%
Poison62.5%
Bug62.5%
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Grass62.5%
Dragon62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 90
Energy 50
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.1s - 2.3s
Trainer Battles
Damage 90
Energy 50

Effects
Power Whip has no special effects.
See Power Whip details page ↗
Wrap60333.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Ghost39.1%
Steel62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 60
Energy 33
Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 3.0s
Damage window 2.1s - 2.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 70
Energy 45

Effects
Special
Wrap has a 100.0% chance to:
Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
See Wrap details page ↗
Frustration10332.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Resisted by
Rock62.5%
Ghost39.1%
Steel62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 10
Energy 33
Weather boost
Partly Cloudy
Duration 2.0s
Damage window 1.0s - 1.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 10
Energy 70

Effects
Frustration has no special effects.
See Frustration details page ↗
Sludge Bomb85502.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Grass160%
Fairy160%
Resisted by
Poison62.5%
Ground62.5%
Rock62.5%
Ghost62.5%
Steel39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 85
Energy 50
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.3s - 2.3s
Trainer Battles
Damage 80
Energy 50

Effects
Sludge Bomb has no special effects.
See Sludge Bomb details page ↗

Damage	90
Energy	50
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.1s - 2.3s

Damage	90
Energy	50

Damage	60
Energy	33
Weather boost	Partly Cloudy
Duration	3.0s
Damage window	2.1s - 2.8s

Damage	70
Energy	45

Damage	10
Energy	33
Weather boost	Partly Cloudy
Duration	2.0s
Damage window	1.0s - 1.8s

Damage	10
Energy	70

Damage	85
Energy	50
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.3s - 2.3s

Damage	80
Energy	50

More information

The following chart shows Shadow Bellsprout's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Bellsprout's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Shadow Bellsprout has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Shadow Bellsprout CP Chart

At level 50, Shadow Bellsprout can reach 1,168 CP. The raid CP range is 506 to 590 without a weather boost or 633 to 738 with one. For Field and Special Research, the range is 407 to 443 CP.

Max CP	1168 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	407 CP - 443 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	543 CP - 590 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	506 CP - 590 CP
	Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
	633 CP - 738 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 minimum IVs

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Shadow Bellsprout Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP
1	14 CP	2	45 CP	3	77 CP
4	108 CP	5	139 CP	6	170 CP
7	201 CP	8	233 CP	9	264 CP
10	295 CP	11	324 CP	12	354 CP
13	384 CP	14	413 CP	15	443 CP
16	472 CP	17	502 CP	18	531 CP
19	561 CP	20	590 CP	21	620 CP
22	649 CP	23	679 CP	24	708 CP
25	738 CP	26	767 CP	27	797 CP
28	827 CP	29	856 CP	30	886 CP
31	900 CP	32	915 CP	33	930 CP
34	945 CP	35	959 CP	36	974 CP
37	989 CP	38	1004 CP	39	1019 CP
40	1033 CP	41	1046 CP	42	1060 CP
43	1073 CP	44	1086 CP	45	1100 CP
46	1113 CP	47	1127 CP	48	1141 CP
49	1154 CP	50	1168 CP

More information

Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 6 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 6 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Bellsprout

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Bellsprout's Grass and Poison-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Shadow Bellsprout.

Grass

Poison

More information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza

Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Pokédex information

Pokédex Number	#69
Height	0.7 m
Weight	4 kg
Region	Generation 1
Can be traded	Allowed
Gender	♂ 50% Male ♀ 50% Female
Buddy distance	3 km
Released	Yes
Shiny released	Yes
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Flee Rate	15%
Catch rewards	3 100
Additional Move Cost	50 50000
Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy	15 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

Pokémon	Requires	Evolution
Bellsprout	25 Candy	Weepinbell
Weepinbell	100 Candy	Victreebel
Victreebel	300 / 60 Energy (Mega Evolution)	Mega Victreebel

Bellsprout evolves into Weepinbell which costs 25 Candy.
Weepinbell evolves into Victreebel which costs 100 Candy.
Victreebel can transform into Mega Victreebel through Mega Evolution. This costs 300 energy the first time and 60 energy each subsequent time.

Shadow Bellsprout family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Bellsprout in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

How to purify Shadow Bellsprout

Purification cost	3 Candy
Purification cost	3000 Stardust
Shadow Charged Attack	Frustration
Purified Charged Attack	Return

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement type: Jumping
Movement Timer: 10s
Jump Time: 1.2s
Attack Probability: 70%
Attack Timer: 29s
Dodge Probability: 20%
Dodge Duration: 1s
Dodge Distance: 1
Action Frequency: 0.2–1.6s

Power-up costs

LVL	Stardust	Candy	Candy XL
50	624,000	406	360
40	336,000	406	12
35	228,000	274	-
30	150,000	185	-
25	96,000	136	-
20	57,000	97	-
15	30,600	67	-
10	13,200	38	-
5	3,600	18	-

Shadow Bellsprout Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Bellsprout from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 624,000 Stardust, 406 Candy, and 360 Candy XL to fully power up Shadow Bellsprout in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Cost Calculator

Sprites

Regular and Shiny Shadow Bellsprout

Shadow Bellsprout high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Bellsprout. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Wallpaper

Shadow Bellsprout Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Red, Blue	A carnivorous POKéMON that traps and eats bugs.It uses its root feet to soak up needed moisture.
Yellow	Prefers hot and humid places. It ensnares tinyinsects with its vines and devours them.
Gold	Even though its body is extremely skinny, it isblindingly fast when catching its prey.
Silver	It plants its feet deep underground to replenish water. It can't es cape its enemy while it's rooted.
Crystal	If it notices anything that moves, itimmediately flings its vine at the object.
Ruby, Sapphire	BELLSPROUT’s thin and flexible body lets it bend and sway to avoid any attack, however strong it may be.From its mouth, this POKéMON spits a corrosive fluid that melts even iron.
Emerald	A BELLSPROUT’s thin and flexible body lets it bend and sway to avoid any attack, however strong it may be. From its mouth, it leaks a fluid that melts even iron.
FireRed	Its bud looks like a human face. Because of the bud, it is rumored to be a type of legendary mandrake plant.
LeafGreen	A carnivorous POKéMON that traps and eats bugs. It appears to use its root feet to replenish moisture.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2	It prefers hot and humid environments. It is quick at capturing prey with its vines.
HeartGold	Even though its body is extremely skinny, it is blindingly fast when catching its prey.
SoulSilver	It plants its feet deep underground to replenish water. It can’t escape its enemy while it’s rooted.
X	Even though its body is extremely skinny, it is blindingly fast when catching its prey.
Y	Its bud looks like a human face. Because of the bud, it is rumored to be a type of legendary mandrake plant.
Omega Ruby	Bellsprout’s thin and flexible body lets it bend and sway to avoid any attack, however strong it may be. From its mouth, this Pokémon spits a corrosive fluid that melts even iron.
Alpha Sapphire	Bellsprout’s thin and flexible body lets it bend and sway to avoid any attack, however strong it may be. From its mouth, this Pokémon spits a corrosive fluid that melts even iron.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!	Prefers hot and humid places. It ensnares tiny bugs with its vines and devours them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Shadow Bellsprout in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Shadow Bellsprout in Pokémon GO are Vine Whip and Wrap. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 7.21 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 36.4.

Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.

What are Shadow Bellsprout’s strengths and weaknesses?

Grass and Poison-type Pokémon are weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic-type moves. They take reduced damage from Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water, and Grass-type moves.

What is Shadow Bellsprout’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Shadow Bellsprout’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1,033 CP and 1,168 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Bellsprout be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Bellsprout can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Bellsprout Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Bellsprout cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Bellsprout?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Bellsprout: Mega Venusaur, Mega Victreebel, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, Mega Abomasnow, Mega Chesnaught, Mega Beedrill, and Mega Gengar.