#331 Cacnea

General Location Attacks Stats Egg Moves
Gen IX Dex Gen VIII Dex Gen VII Dex Gen VI Dex Gen V Dex
Gen IV Dex Gen III Dex

This Pokédex entry is for Generation VII Pokémon games. For Generation IX Pokémon games. Check out Cacnea Pokémon Scarlet & Violet data
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Normal SpriteShiny Sprite
Name Other Names No. Gender Ratio Type
Cacnea
Japan: Sabonea
サボネア
French: Cacnea
German: Tuska
Korean: 선인왕
National: #331
Alola: #---
Melemele: #---
Akala: #---
Ula'ula: #---
Poni: #---
Male :50%
Female :50%
Grass-type
Classification Height Weight Capture Rate Base Egg Steps
Cactus Pokémon 1'04"
0.4m
113.1lbs
51.3kg
1905,120
Abilities: Sand Veil - Water Absorb (Hidden Ability)
Sand Veil: Raises the Pokémon’s evasion during a sandstorm by one level.
Hidden Ability (Available through transfer):
Water Absorb: The Pokémon heals up to 1/4 of its maximum Hit Points when hit with Water-type moves.
Experience Growth Base Happiness Effort Values Earned S.O.S. Calling
1,059,862 Points
Medium Slow
35 1 Sp. Attack Point(s)
Not Wild

Weakness

Attacking Move Type: Normal-type Attacking Move Type: Fire-type Attacking Move Type: Water-type Attacking Move Type: Electric-type Attacking Move Type: Grass-type Attacking Move Type: Ice-type Attacking Move Type: Fighting-type Attacking Move Type: Poison-type Attacking Move Type: Ground-type Attacking Move Type: Flying-type Attacking Move Type: Psychic-type Attacking Move Type: Bug-type Attacking Move Type: Rock-type Attacking Move Type: Ghost-type Attacking Move Type: Dragon-type Attacking Move Type: Dark-type Attacking Move Type: Steel-type Attacking Move Type: Fairy-type
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Wild Hold Item Egg Groups
 Sticky Barb
Sticky Barb
- 5%
Grass
Human-like
Evolutionary Chain
Cacnea Level Cacturne

Locations

Sun Transfer required
Moon Transfer required
Ultra Sun Transfer required
Ultra Moon Transfer required

Attacks


Generation VII Level Up

LevelAttack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Poison Sting Poison Sting - Poison-type Poison Sting: Physical Move 15 100 35 30
The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.
Leer Leer - Normal-type Leer: Other Move -- 100 30 100
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.
4 Absorb Absorb - Grass-type Absorb: Special Move 20 100 25 --
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
7 Growth Growth - Normal-type Growth: Other Move -- -- 20 --
The user's body grows all at once, raising the Attack and Sp. Atk stats.
10 Leech Seed Leech Seed - Grass-type Leech Seed: Other Move -- 90 10 --
A seed is planted on the target. It steals some HP from the target every turn.
13 Sand Attack Sand Attack - Ground-type Sand Attack: Other Move -- 100 15 --
Sand is hurled in the target's face, reducing the target's accuracy.
16 Needle Arm Needle Arm - Grass-type Needle Arm: Physical Move 60 100 15 30
The user attacks by wildly swinging its thorny arms. This may also make the target flinch.
19 Feint Attack Feint Attack - Dark-type Feint Attack: Physical Move 60 -- 20 --
The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses.
22 Ingrain Ingrain - Grass-type Ingrain: Other Move -- -- 20 --
The user lays roots that restore its HP on every turn. Because it's rooted, it can't switch out.
26 Payback Payback - Dark-type Payback: Physical Move 50 100 10 --
The user stores power, then attacks. If the user moves after the target, this attack's power will be doubled.
30 Spikes Spikes - Ground-type Spikes: Other Move -- -- 20 --
The user lays a trap of spikes at the opposing team's feet. The trap hurts Pokémon that switch into battle.
34 Sucker Punch Sucker Punch - Dark-type Sucker Punch: Physical Move 70 100 5 --
This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.
38 Pin Missile Pin Missile - Bug-type Pin Missile: Physical Move 25 95 20 --
Sharp spikes are shot at the target in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row.
42 Energy Ball Energy Ball - Grass-type Energy Ball: Special Move 90 100 10 10
The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
46 Cotton Spore Cotton Spore - Grass-type Cotton Spore: Other Move -- 100 40 --
The user releases cotton-like spores that cling to the opposing Pokémon, which harshly lowers their Speed stat.
50 Sandstorm Sandstorm - Rock-type Sandstorm: Other Move -- -- 10 --
A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. It raises the Sp. Def stat of Rock types.
54 Destiny Bond Destiny Bond - Ghost-type Destiny Bond: Other Move -- -- 5 --
After using this move, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM & HM Attacks

TM/HM #Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
TM06 Toxic Toxic - Poison-type Toxic: Other Move -- 90 10 --
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM09 Venoshock Venoshock - Poison-type Venoshock: Special Move 65 100 10 --
The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. This move's power is doubled if the target is poisoned.
TM10 Hidden Power Hidden Power - Normal-type Hidden Power: Special Move 60 100 15 --
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11 Sunny Day Sunny Day - Fire-type Sunny Day: Other Move -- -- 5 --
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.
TM17 Protect Protect - Normal-type Protect: Other Move -- -- 10 --
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM21 Frustration Frustration - Normal-type Frustration: Physical Move ?? 100 20 --
This full-power attack grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM22 Solar Beam Solar Beam - Grass-type Solar Beam: Special Move 120 100 10 --
In this two-turn attack, the user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.
TM27 Return Return - Normal-type Return: Physical Move ?? 100 20 --
This full-power attack grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM31 Brick Break Brick Break - Fighting-type Brick Break: Physical Move 75 100 15 --
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32 Double Team Double Team - Normal-type Double Team: Other Move -- -- 15 --
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM37 Sandstorm Sandstorm - Rock-type Sandstorm: Other Move -- -- 10 --
A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. It raises the Sp. Def stat of Rock types.
TM42 Facade Facade - Normal-type Facade: Physical Move 70 100 20 --
This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
TM44 Rest Rest - Psychic-type Rest: Other Move -- -- 10 --
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and heals any status conditions.
TM45 Attract Attract - Normal-type Attract: Other Move -- 100 15 --
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM48 Round Round - Normal-type Round: Special Move 60 100 15 --
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.
TM53 Energy Ball Energy Ball - Grass-type Energy Ball: Special Move 90 100 10 10
The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
TM56 Fling Fling - Dark-type Fling: Physical Move ?? 100 10 --
The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move's power and effects depend on the item.
TM66 Payback Payback - Dark-type Payback: Physical Move 50 100 10 --
The user stores power, then attacks. If the user moves after the target, this attack's power will be doubled.
TM75 Swords Dance Swords Dance - Normal-type Swords Dance: Other Move -- -- 20 --
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user's Attack stat.
TM84 Poison Jab Poison Jab - Poison-type Poison Jab: Physical Move 80 100 20 30
The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.
TM86 Grass Knot Grass Knot - Grass-type Grass Knot: Special Move ?? 100 20 --
The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.
TM87 Swagger Swagger - Normal-type Swagger: Other Move -- 85 15 --
The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target's Attack stat.
TM88 Sleep Talk Sleep Talk - Normal-type Sleep Talk: Other Move -- -- 10 --
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM90 Substitute Substitute - Normal-type Substitute: Other Move -- -- 10 --
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy.
TM96 Nature Power Nature Power - Normal-type Nature Power: Other Move -- -- 20 --
This attack makes use of nature's power. Its effects vary depending on the user's environment.
TM97 Dark Pulse Dark Pulse - Dark-type Dark Pulse: Special Move 80 100 15 20
The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. This may also make the target flinch.
TM100 Confide Confide - Normal-type Confide: Other Move -- -- 20 100
The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.

Egg Moves (Details)

Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %  
Grass Whistle Grass Whistle - Grass-type Grass Whistle: Other Move -- 55 15 -- Details
The user plays a pleasant melody that lulls the target into a deep sleep.
Acid Acid - Poison-type Acid: Special Move 40 100 30 10 Details
The opposing Pokémon are attacked with a spray of harsh acid. This may also lower their Sp. Def stat.
Teeter Dance Teeter Dance - Normal-type Teeter Dance: Other Move -- 100 20 -- Details
The user performs a wobbly dance that confuses the Pokémon around it.
Dynamic Punch Dynamic Punch - Fighting-type Dynamic Punch: Physical Move 100 50 5 100 Details
The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. This confuses the target if it hits.
Counter Counter - Fighting-type Counter: Physical Move ?? 100 20 -- Details
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.
Low Kick Low Kick - Fighting-type Low Kick: Physical Move ?? 100 20 -- Details
A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.
Smelling Salts Smelling Salts - Normal-type Smelling Salts: Physical Move 70 100 10 -- Details
This attack's power is doubled when used on a target with paralysis. This also cures the target's paralysis, however.
Magical Leaf Magical Leaf - Grass-type Magical Leaf: Special Move 60 -- 20 -- Details
The user scatters curious leaves that chase the target. This attack never misses.
Seed Bomb Seed Bomb - Grass-type Seed Bomb: Physical Move 80 100 15 -- Details
The user slams a barrage of hard-shelled seeds down on the target from above.
Nasty Plot Nasty Plot - Dark-type Nasty Plot: Other Move -- -- 20 -- Details
The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. This sharply raises the user's Sp. Atk stat.
Disable Disable - Normal-type Disable: Other Move -- 100 20 -- Details
For four turns, this move prevents the target from using the move it last used.
Block Block - Normal-type Block: Other Move -- -- 5 -- Details
The user blocks the target's way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.
Worry Seed Worry Seed - Grass-type Worry Seed: Other Move -- 100 10 -- Details
A seed that causes worry is planted on the target. It prevents sleep by making the target's Ability Insomnia.
Switcheroo Switcheroo - Dark-type Switcheroo: Other Move -- 100 10 -- Details
The user trades held items with the target faster than the eye can follow.
Fell Stinger Fell Stinger - Bug-type Fell Stinger: Physical Move 50 100 25 -- Details
When the user knocks out a target with this move, the user's Attack stat rises drastically.
Belch Belch - Poison-type Belch: Special Move 120 90 10 -- Details
The user lets out a damaging belch at the target. The user must eat a held Berry to use this move.
Rototiller Rototiller - Ground-type Rototiller: Other Move -- -- 10 100 Details
Tilling the soil, the user makes it easier for plants to grow. This raises the Attack and Sp. Atk stats of Grass-type Pokémon.
Power-Up Punch
USUM Only
Power-Up Punch - Fighting-type Power-Up Punch: Physical Move 40 100 20 100 Details
Striking opponents over and over makes the user's fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat.

Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon Move Tutor Attacks

Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Seed BombSeed Bomb - Grass-typeSeed Bomb: Physical Move8010015--
The user slams a barrage of hard-shelled seeds down on the target from above.
Low KickLow Kick - Fighting-typeLow Kick: Physical Move??10020--
A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.
Thunder PunchThunder Punch - Electric-typeThunder Punch: Physical Move751001510
The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
BlockBlock - Normal-typeBlock: Other Move----5--
The user blocks the target's way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.
SnoreSnore - Normal-typeSnore: Special Move501001530
This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
SynthesisSynthesis - Grass-typeSynthesis: Other Move----5--
The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.
Role PlayRole Play - Psychic-typeRole Play: Other Move----10--
The user mimics the target completely, copying the target's natural Ability.
Giga DrainGiga Drain - Grass-typeGiga Drain: Special Move7510010--
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
Drain PunchDrain Punch - Fighting-typeDrain Punch: Physical Move7510010--
An energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
Focus PunchFocus Punch - Fighting-typeFocus Punch: Physical Move15010020--
The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used.
Worry SeedWorry Seed - Grass-typeWorry Seed: Other Move--10010--
A seed that causes worry is planted on the target. It prevents sleep by making the target's Ability Insomnia.
SpiteSpite - Ghost-typeSpite: Other Move--10010--
The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

Usable Z Moves

Attack NameTypeCat.Max Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Breakneck Blitz Breakneck Blitz - Normal-type Physical MoveSpecial Move 160(Phy)/120(Spe) -- 1 --
The user builds up its momentum using its Z-Power and crashes into the target at full speed. The power varies, depending on the original move.
All-Out Pummeling All-Out Pummeling - Fighting-type Physical Move 200 -- 1 --
The user rams an energy orb created by its Z-Power into the target with full force. The power varies, depending on the original move.
Acid Downpour Acid Downpour - Poison-type Physical MoveSpecial Move 160(Phy)/190(Spe) -- 1 --
The user creates a poisonous swamp using its Z-Power and sinks the target into it at full force. The power varies, depending on the original move.
Savage Spin-Out Savage Spin-Out - Bug-type Physical Move 140 -- 1 --
The user binds the target with full force with threads of silk that the user spits using its Z-Power. The power varies, depending on the original move.
Bloom Doom Bloom Doom - Grass-type Physical MoveSpecial Move 160(Phy)/190(Spe) -- 1 --
The user collects energy from plants using its Z-Power and attacks the target with full force. The power varies, depending on the original move.
Gigavolt Havoc Gigavolt Havoc - Electric-type Physical Move 140 -- 1 --
The user hits the target with a powerful electric current collected by its Z-Power. The power varies, depending on the original move.
Black Hole Eclipse Black Hole Eclipse - Dark-type Physical MoveSpecial Move 140(Phy)/160(Spe) -- 1 --
The user gathers dark energy using its Z-Power and sucks the target into it. The power varies, depending on the original move.

Usable Z Moves (Transfer Only/Improved)

Attack NameTypeCat.Max Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Tectonic Rage
Gen V or earlier
Tectonic Rage - Ground-type Special Move 100 -- 1 --
The user burrows deep into the ground and slams into the target with the full force of its Z-Power. The power varies, depending on the original move.


Transfer Only Moves (Details)

Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %Method
Flash -- 100 20 -- Gen VI TM70
The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target's accuracy.
Secret Power 70 100 20 30 Gen VI TM94 (ΩRαS)
The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used.
Cut 50 95 30 -- Gen VI HM01
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Bullet Seed 25 100 30 -- Gen IV TM09
The user forcefully shoots seeds at the target two to five times in a row.
Secret Power 70 100 20 30 Gen IV TM43
The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used.
Endure -- -- 10 -- Gen IV TM58
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Captivate -- 100 20 -- Gen IV TM78
If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.
Natural Gift ?? 100 15 -- Gen IV TM83
The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move's type and power.
Fury Cutter 40 95 20 -- Move Tutor - PtHGSS
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.
Mud-slap 20 100 10 100 Move Tutor - PtHGSS
The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Headbutt 70 100 15 30 Move Tutor - HGSS
The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. This may also make the target flinch.
Mega Punch 80 85 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.
Body Slam 85 100 15 30 Move Tutor - FRLG
The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
Double-edge 120 100 15 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.
Seismic Toss ?? 100 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.
Mimic -- -- 10 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The user copies the target's last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.


Stats

  HP Attack Defense Sp. Attack Sp. Defense Speed
Base Stats - Total: 335 50 85 40 85 40 35
Max Stats
Hindering Nature
Lv. 50 110 - 157 81 - 123 40 - 82 81 - 123 40 - 82 36 - 78
Lv. 100 210 - 304 157 - 242 76 - 161 157 - 242 76 - 161 67 - 152
Max Stats
Neutral Nature
Lv. 50 110 - 157 90 - 137 45 - 92 90 - 137 45 - 92 40 - 87
Lv. 100 210 - 304 175 - 269 85 - 179 175 - 269 85 - 179 75 - 169
Max Stats
Beneficial Nature
Lv. 50 110 - 157 99 - 150 49 - 101 99 - 150 49 - 101 44 - 95
Lv. 100 210 - 304 192 - 295 93 - 196 192 - 295 93 - 196 82 - 185

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