Tangela (Pokémon)

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Tangela モンジャラ Monjara #114
Art by Ken Sugimori from FireRed and LeafGreen
Type Grass ' Unknown Unknown Blue-Striped Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Category Vine Pokémon
Abilities Chlorophyll or Leaf Guard Leaf Guard Blue-Striped ----- Regeneration Hidden Ability
Exp. at Lv. 100 1,000,000
Regional Pokédex numbers Kanto #114 Johto #182 Hoenn #278 Sinnoh #181 Unova Not in any regional Pokédex
Regional Browser numbers Fiore R-069 Almia R— Oblivia
Height 3'03" Imperial 1.0 m Metric 3'03"/1.0 m Red-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m
Weight 77.2 lbs. Imperial 35.0 kg Metric 77.2 lbs./35.0 kg Red-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Dex color Blue	Catch rate 45 (5.9%)
Body style Blue-Striped	Footprint      Blue-Striped
Gender ratio Gender unknown Unknown 50% male, 50% female
Breeding Plant group 21 cycles (5355 minimum steps)
EV yield HP 0 Atk 0 Def 1 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 Base Exp.: 166 Battle Exp.: 1661*
External links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation I Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Tangela (Japanese: モンジャラ Monjara) is a Template:Type2 Pokémon.

It evolves into Tangrowth when leveled up while knowing AncientPower.

Biology

Physiology

Tangela is covered with thick blue vines that obscure its face so only its eyes can be seen. It also has a pair of red boot-like feet.

Gender differences

None.

Special abilities

Tangela's vines never stop growing and are easily replaced if lost or damaged. Tangela can ensnare and entangle its foes with its vines.

Behavior

It's thick blue vines are constantly jiggling and swaying. This appears to be a defensive technique, as the movement unnerves enemies and deters herbivores that might have otherwise mistaken Tangela for a shrub. Any moving object that gets too close to a Tangela will be ensnared by it's vines. This also appears to be a defensive technique, rather than a predatory one, because Tangela's vines will easily and painlessly snap off if the target pulls on them, suggesting that the ensnaring is intended to scare off potential predators.

Habitat

File:Grassland.gif

Grassland Pokémon

Tangela can usually be found on the edge of many grassy plains, be it near a mountain range or the ocean. However, they can also be found in large forests or the jungle on some occasions. They are most common in Kanto & Johto, & can also be found in the Sevii Islands. They have also been introduced to the Great Marsh in Sinnoh.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

In the anime

Tangela in the anime

Major appearances

Erika used a Tangela when Ash battled her for the Rainbow Badge in Pokémon Scent-sation.

Minor appearances

A Tangela appeared battling Brock's Vulpix in Princess vs. Princess.

An Officer Jenny owned a Tangela in Gulpin it Down.

Several Tangela appeared in For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry EP026 Tangela Ash's Pokédex Tangela, a Vine Pokémon. Its body is wrapped in vines. The rest of its form is hidden beneath these vines.

In the manga

Like her counterparts in other media, Erika of Pokémon Adventures has a Tangela in her arsenal.

In the TCG

Main article: Tangela (TCG)

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red The whole body is swathed with wide vines that are similar to seaweed. The vines sway as it walks. Blue Yellow Its identity is obscured by masses of thick, blue vines. The vines are said to never stop growing. Stadium Its identity is obscured by countless blue vines that are similar to seaweed. Will become entangled with anything.
Generation II 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. Stadium 2 The vines that cloak its entire body are always jiggling. They effectively unnerve its foes.
Generation III Ruby 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. Sapphire {{{sapphiredex}}} 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. 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.
Generation IV Diamond It is shrouded by blue vines. No one has seen the face hidden behind this growth of vines. Pearl {{{pearldex}}} 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.
Generation V Black ぜんしんを　おおう　あおいツルには　さらに　こまかな　けがはえていて　さわると　とても　くすぐったい。 White {{{whitedex}}} Black 2 {{{black2dex}}} White 2 {{{white2dex}}}
Generation VI X Unknown Y Unknown

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Blue Uncommon Route 21, trade Venonat at Cinnabar Island Blue (Japan) None Trade Yellow Rare Safari Zone
Generation II Gold Silver Common Routes 21, 28, and 44, Mt. Silver Crystal Common Routes 21, 28, and 44, Mt. Silver
Generation III Ruby Sapphire None Trade Emerald None Trade FireRed LeafGreen Rare Route 21, Treasure Beach Colosseum None Trade XD One Cipher Key Lair (Shadow)
Generation IV Diamond Pearl None Trade Platinum Unknown Great Marsh HeartGold SoulSilver Common Routes 21, 28, and 44, Mt. Silver Pal Park Forest Pokéwalker Big Forest
Generation V Black White Uncommon Route 13, Giant Hole Black 2 White 2 None Trade Dream World None
Generation VI X Y None Trade

In side games

Game	Location
Pokémon Pinball	Cinnabar Island
Pokémon Trozei!	Secret Storage 13 Endless Level 43 Forever Level 2 Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue Team	Lapis Cave (9F-12F) Joyous Tower (47F-50F)
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time/Darkness	Waterfall Cave (B1-B8)
Pokémon Ranger	Krokka Tunnel Waterworks Jungle Relic Sekra Mountain Range
My Pokémon Ranch	Random trade with Hayley *
Pokémon Rumble	Windy Prairie‎

Held items

Game		Held Item(s)
Red*	Blue*	Bitter Berry (100%)
Yellow*
Pokémon XD		Miracle Seed (100%)
Ranch		Coba Berry (100%)

Stats

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 65		125 - 172	240 - 334
Attack: 55		54 - 117	103 - 229
Defense: 115		108 - 183	211 - 361
Sp. Atk: 100		94 - 167	184 - 328
Sp. Def: 40		40 - 101	76 - 196
Speed: 60		58 - 123	112 - 240
Total: 435	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature. This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 100.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed 2/3 ★★☆	Power 2/4 ★★☆☆
Skill 4/4 ★★★★	Stamina 3/4 ★★★☆
Jump 2/3 ★★☆	Total 13/18 ★★☆

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:

Damaged normally by: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 2× Poison 2× Ground ½× Rock 1× Bug 2× Ghost 1× Steel 1× Fire 2× Water ½× Grass ½× Electric ½× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Weak to: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 2× Poison 2× Ground ½× Rock 1× Bug 2× Ghost 1× Steel 1× Fire 2× Water ½× Grass ½× Electric ½× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Immune to: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 2× Poison 2× Ground ½× Rock 1× Bug 2× Ghost 1× Steel 1× Fire 2× Water ½× Grass ½× Electric ½× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Resistant to: Normal 1× Fighting 1× Flying 2× Poison 2× Ground ½× Rock 1× Bug 2× Ghost 1× Steel 1× Fire 2× Water ½× Grass ½× Electric ½× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Learnset

By leveling up

Generation V Other generations: I - II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX

Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  00Start Ingrain Grass Status 0000— ——% 20 00Start Constrict Normal Physical 01010 100100% 35 055 Sleep Powder Grass Status 0000— 07575% 15 088 Absorb Grass Special 02020 100100% 25 1212 Growth Normal Status 0000— ——% 40 1515 PoisonPowder Poison Status 0000— 07575% 35 1919 Vine Whip Grass Physical 03535 100100% 15 2222 Bind Normal Physical 01515 08585% 20 2626 Mega Drain Grass Special 04040 100100% 15 2929 Stun Spore Grass Status 0000— 07575% 30 3333 Knock Off Dark Physical 02020 100100% 20 3636 AncientPower Rock Special 06060 100100% 5 4040 Natural Gift Normal Physical 0000— 100100% 15 4343 Slam Normal Physical 08080 07575% 20 4747 Tickle Normal Status 0000— 100100% 20 5050 Wring Out Normal Special 0000— 100100% 5 5454 Power Whip Grass Physical 120120 08585% 10

Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Tangela Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Tangela Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM/HM

Generation V Other generations: I - II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
TM		Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
	TM06	Toxic	Poison	Status	0000—	090}}90%	10
	TM10	Hidden Power	Normal	Special	0000—	100}}100%	15
	TM11	Sunny Day	Fire	Status	0000—	—}}—%	5
	TM15	Hyper Beam	Normal	Special	150150	090}}90%	5
	TM17	Protect	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM21	Frustration	Normal	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM22	SolarBeam	Grass	Special	120120	100}}100%	10
	TM27	Return	Normal	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM32	Double Team	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	15
	TM33	Reflect	Psychic	Status	0000—	—}}—%	20
	TM36	Sludge Bomb	Poison	Special	09090	100}}100%	10
	TM42	Facade	Normal	Physical	07070	100}}100%	20
	TM44	Rest	Psychic	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM45	Attract	Normal	Status	0000—	100}}100%	15
	TM46	Thief	Dark	Physical	04040	100}}100%	10
	TM48	Canon	Normal	Special	06060	100}}100%	15
	TM53	Energy Ball	Grass	Special	08080	100}}100%	10
	TM68	Giga Impact	Normal	Physical	150150	090}}90%	5
	TM70	Flash	Normal	Status	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM75	Swords Dance	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	30
	TM77	Psych Up	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM86	Grass Knot	Grass	Special	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM87	Swagger	Normal	Status	0000—	090}}90%	15
	TM90	Substitute	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM94	Rock Smash	Fighting	Physical	04040	100}}100%	15
	HM01	Cut	Normal	Physical	05050	095}}95%	30
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Tangela Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Tangela Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation V Other generations: II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
Father	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
	Amnesia*	Psychic	Status	—	—%	20
	Anger Powder	Bug	Status	—	—%	20
	Confusion	Psychic	Special	50	100%	25
	Endeavor	Normal	Physical	—	100%	5
	Flail*	Normal	Physical	—	100%	15
	Giga Drain	Grass	Special	75	100%	10
	Leaf Storm	Grass	Special	140	90%	5
	Leech Seed	Grass	Special	—	90%	10
	Mega Drain	Grass	Special	40	100%	15
	Natural Gift	Normal	Physical	—	100%	15
	Nature Power	Normal	Status	—	—%	20
	Power Swap*	Psychic	Status	—	—%	10
Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Tangela in Generation V Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation. Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Tangela in that game. Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Tangela Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Tangela Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By tutoring

Generation V Other generations: II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
Game				Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
This Pokémon learns no moves by tutoring.
A black abbreviation in a colored box indicates that Tangela can be tutored the move in that game A colored abbreviation in a white box indicates that Tangela cannot be tutored the move in that game Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Tangela Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Tangela Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations

Special moves

Shadow moves	<span style="color:#{{{2}}};">Level 30+	Purified moves
Shadow Hold	File:Box xd 114.png	Morning Sun	Normal
Shadow Rave		SolarBeam	Grass
--		Sunny Day	Fire
--		Ingrain	Grass

TCG-only moves

• Double Kick

Dream World-only Moves

• Seed Bomb
• Leech Seed

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball     Acquisition: Catch		Pokémon Pinball RS  N/A  Not available		Pokémon Trozei!    Rarity: Common
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team File:MDP RT 114.png Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 7.4% Friend Area: Jungle Phrases 51%-100% HP Careful. You don't want to get tangled up in my vines. 26%-50% HP I don't like this! I'm already down to half health! 1%-25% HP I'm faltering... You have to help me... Level up Oh, yes, yes! I've gotten my level! Partner phrases 51%-100% HP <name>, my HP is between 51% and 100%. 26%-50% HP <name>, my HP is between 26% and 50%. 1%-25% HP <name>, my HP is between 1% and 25%. Level up Oh, yes, yes! I've gotten my level!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 6.4% IQ group: G
Pokémon Ranger Group:  Grass  Poké Assist: ( Grass ) Field move: (Cross ×1) Loops: 2 Min. exp.: 30 Max. exp.: 70 Browser entry   Tangela can extend its vine and lasso a Post to cross a gap.
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia Group:  Normal  Poké Assist: None Field move: None Browser entry   This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs Group: Poké Assist: Field move:  Normal  None Past ( Normal ) None Past (Electrify ×1) Browser entry   This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Rumble N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed			Pokémon Rumble Blast N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure PokéPark Pad entry: This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond Strong: {{{Park2strong}}} Weak: {{{Park2weak}}} PokéPark Pad entry: This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
Pokémon Conquest HP: Move: {{{ConquestMove}}} Attack: Ability 1: {{{ConquestAbility1}}} Defense: Ability 2: {{{ConquestAbility2}}} Speed: Ability 3: {{{ConquestAbility3}}} Does not evolve. Range: 0 Perfect Links: {{{ConquestLink}}}

Evolution

Unevolved Tangela  Grass

Level up knowing AncientPower →

First Evolution Tangrowth  Grass

Sprites

Gen	Game
I	Red	Blue	Yellow		Red (Ja)	Green	Back
II	Gold	Silver	Crystal				Back
III	Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald		FireRed	LeafGreen	Back
IV	Diamond	Pearl	Platinum		HeartGold	SoulSilver	Back
V	Black	White	Black 2	White 2			Back

For other sprites and images, please see Tangela images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

• Tangela's original name was "Meduza," a misspelling of "Medusa" (a Greek mythological character).
• Tangela is the first pure Template:Type2 in the National Pokédex.
  • Tangela is also the only pure Grass-type in Generation I. Others were either part Psychic-,Bug- or part Template:Type2.
• Up until Generation IV, Tangela was the only Generation I Grass-type to not evolve into or from something.
• Although it is said to live in plains, its friend area in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon is the Jungle. Also, its Pal Park area is the Forest.
• Tangela and Tropius are the only two Pokémon that are not starters or legendaries of a previous generation unavailable in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. They must be transferred forward from a Generation III game or traded from Pokémon Platinum.
  • Coincidentally, both are Grass type.
• Despite being made of vines, in Pokémon Red and Blue, it couldn't learn Vine Whip. This was later allowed in Pokémon Yellow.

Origin

Tangela is probably based on Medusa, a gorgon of Greek mythology, who had a head of snakes and turned any creature that saw her into stone. The tentacles on Tangela, however, are vines. Its Crystal sprite shows it curling into a ball, meaning it may also have design elements from tumbleweed or bird-cage plants. It may also be based on a Green Man, a motif that is represented as a face surrounded by leaves and vines.

Name origin

Tangela's name is probably a combination of the word tangle and Medusa because of its vines resembling a snake hairstyle like Medusa's. Its Japanese name may be based on もじゃもじゃ mojyamojya, which means shaggy, or unkempt.

In other languages

• German: Tangela
• French: Saquedeneu - From Sac de noeuds (knot bag).
• Korean: 덩구리 Deongguri
• Chinese (Taiwan): 蔓藤怪 Màn Téng Guài - "Vine Monster".

Notes

← #113: Chansey

Pokémon

#115: Kangaskhan →

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