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Oddish is a small, bulb-like Pokémon that falls under the Grass/Poison category and is often found in moist, dark environments.

Overview

Cultural Impact

Related Species

Pokédex Entries

Gameplay Mechanics

Trivia And Fun Facts

Habitat And Distribution

Physical Characteristics

Evolution And Classification

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🌱 Oddish is known as the Weed Pokémon and is a dual-type Grass/Poison Pokémon.

🔵 Oddish evolves into Gloom starting at level 21.

🌙 Oddish can be found in grassy areas and is known for collecting nutrients from the soil.

💧 Oddish thrives in humid environments and is often found at night when it blooms.

🍃 Oddish has the ability Chlorophyll, which boosts its Speed stat in sunny weather.

🔮 Oddish releases a peculiar aroma that can induce sleep in those who inhale it.

🌼 Oddish has a blue body with large, rounded leaves on its head resembling a flower.

📦 Oddish's Pokémon species number is #043 in the National Pokédex.

⚡ Oddish can learn a variety of Grass and Poison-type moves, including Sleep Powder and Acid.

🌍 Oddish has appeared in multiple Pokémon games, anime episodes, and merchandise since its debut in Generation I.

Introduction

Oddish is a Pokémon that looks like a cute little plant! 🌱

It has a round blue body and a tiny face with big, friendly eyes. Oddish loves to be in the sun and can often be found in grassy areas. It was first introduced in the Pokémon games in 1996 and is known as the "Grass/Poison" Pokémon. Oddish can evolve into Gloom and then into Vileplume or Bellossom! As it evolves, it gets stronger and becomes more powerful in battles. Oddish is very popular among trainers and is loved for its adorable appearance! 💙

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Cultural Impact

Oddish has made a huge impact on Pokémon culture! 🌍

It appears in various games, shows, and even toys. Many fans love Oddish so much that they create fan art and stories featuring this cute Pokémon. In the Pokémon anime, Oddish has been shown helping trainers and even having fun adventures! 🌸

Because of its adorable design, Oddish is a favorite among trainers of all ages. Oddish even appears in spin-off games like Pokémon GO, where you can catch it in the real world!
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Related Species

Oddish is part of the same family as Gloom, Vileplume, and Bellossom. 🌼

Gloom evolves from Oddish, while Vileplume is one possible evolution. Bellossom is another evolution of Oddish that looks like a flower dancer! There are also other Grass-type Pokémon, like Bulbasaur and Treecko, that share similar traits with Oddish. 🌱

They all live in nature and love to soak up the sun! Each of these Pokémon has different abilities and evolutions, making them special in their own way!
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Pokédex Entries

According to the Pokédex, Oddish has several entries that tell us more about it! 📖

In the Kanto region, its Pokédex says, “Oddish’s body is made up of nutrients, and it is very good at growing in sunny areas.” In the Johto region, it says, "If the sun goes down, it falls asleep while lying in the dark." 🌙 This shows that Oddish loves the sunlight during the day and can’t stay awake at night! The Pokédex entries make us understand how special Oddish really is!
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Gameplay Mechanics

In Pokémon battles, Oddish can use Grass and Poison-type moves like "Razor Leaf" and "Poison Powder." ⚔️ These moves can help Oddish defeat stronger Pokémon! Oddish is weak against Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic Pokémon, so trainers need to be careful when battling. Oddish can learn many different moves as it grows and becomes stronger. 🌱

Trainers must level it up and collect experience points to help Oddish evolve and unlock new abilities! Working together will lead to great adventures!
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Trivia And Fun Facts

Did you know that Oddish can be found in many different Pokémon games? 🎮

Oddish is often used by trainers to fill their Pokédex! Some interesting facts include that Oddish is based on a real plant called the "Radish," which is also round and has leaves on top. Oddish also glows in the dark! 🌙

When it is in the dark, it releases a pollen that helps it sleep! Lastly, there are even Oddish plushies, toys, and merchandise for fans to collect because of its popularity!
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Habitat And Distribution

Oddish loves to grow in warm places! ☀

️ You can usually find it in grassy fields, forests, and gardens. Some of the best spots for Oddish include Viridian Forest in Kanto, which is a beautiful location filled with plants! Oddish is a common Pokémon, and you can often catch it in the wild. 🌼

It also loves to soak up sunlight, which is why you’ll often see Oddish more during the daytime. They sometimes gather in groups to enjoy the sunshine together. Isn’t that cute?
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Physical Characteristics

Oddish is about 1 foot tall (0.3 meters) and weighs around 11 pounds (5 kilograms). Its body is round and blue, and it has little legs that help it hop around! 🦵

At the top of Oddish, there are bright green leaves that look like a fluffy hairdo. 🌿

When Oddish is happy, it opens its leaves wide, and you can see its smiling face! However, if it feels threatened, it rolls up into a ball, hiding its face. Oddish also has a special ability to create nutrients from sunlight, which makes it super special!
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Evolution And Classification

Oddish is part of a family of Pokémon! 🌺

It begins as Oddish, then evolves into Gloom at level 21. Gloom is a bit different because it has a sad-looking face and a big flower growing from it. Gloom can later evolve into either Vileplume, which is a big flower, or Bellossom, which is like a dancing flower! 🌼

Oddish is classified as a "Grass/Poison" Pokémon, which means it can use powerful nature-based moves and can also use poisonous moves to protect itself. Evolution helps Oddish grow stronger!
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