Shiny Bellsprout, evolution chart, 100% perfect IV stats, and Victrebel’s best moveset in Pokémon Go

Bellsprout, known as the Flower Pokémon, will be featured in its inaugural Pokémon Go Community Day in April 2024. While “flower” might evoke images of traditional blooms like Flabébé or Florges, Bellsprout takes a different approach, reminding players that pitcher plants have flowers too. Despite not showcasing a flower, Bellsprout stands proud in its unique classification.

The evolutionary line of Bellsprout, which includes Weepinbell and its final form, Victreebel, is notable for its lack of flowers. Our focus here is not on the botanical accuracy but rather on Bellsprout’s utility in Pokémon Go, particularly in Raids and the Go Battle League. If you’re on the lookout for a perfect 100% IV Bellsprout, the Community Day offers an excellent opportunity to catch one!

For those unfamiliar, a Community Day is a recurring event in Pokémon Go that celebrates a specific Pokémon, enhancing shiny encounter rates and granting an exclusive move, alongside various bonuses.

During this event, Bellsprout will spawn in large numbers, providing the best chance to catch a shiny Bellsprout with perfect IV stats. If you manage to snag this rare find, it’s wise to familiarize yourself with Victreebel’s optimal moveset.

Even if Bellsprout isn’t your favorite Pokémon, numerous other bonuses will encourage you to play Pokémon Go, such as triple catch Stardust and double catch Candy!

Bellsprout 100% Perfect IV Stats in Pokémon Go

April’s Community Day is the ideal time to catch a Bellsprout with perfect IV stats.

‘Perfect’ refers to a maxed-out, 100% IV version, which means you’re looking for a Bellsprout with 15/15/15 stats for your Pokédex, raids, and the Master League. However, due to the way CP is calculated from these three stats, a perfect IV Pokémon usually performs best in Master League, raids, and Go Rocket battles.

You won’t know a Pokémon’s IV until you catch it, so it helps to know the CPs for a perfect Bellsprout:

• Level 30 (wild CP maximum) – 886 CP
• Level 35 (weather-boosted wild CP maximum) – 959 CP

These CP values apply to players at Level 30 or above; players below this level will see different values. If you’re aiming to use Victreebel in the Go Battle League, consider these stats:

• A perfect Great League Victreebel is 1/15/26, reaching 1497 CP at Level 23
• A perfect Ultra League Victreebel is 0/15/12, reaching 2499 CP at Level 48.5
• A perfect Master League Victreebel is 15/15/15, reaching 2748 CP at Level 50

Bellsprout Evolution Chart: What Does Bellsprout Evolve Into?

Bellsprout evolves in a straightforward manner from its juvenile form to a fully mature pitcher plant. Evolving Bellsprout into Weepinbell requires 25 Bellsprout Candy, followed by 100 Bellsprout Candy to evolve into Victreebel.

Here’s a brief overview of these Pokémon:

• Bellsprout: Reacts to nearby movement by extending its thin vines.
• Weepinbell: Despite containing acid, it remains intact thanks to a protective fluid.
• Victreebel: Uses a nectar-like aroma to lure prey, which is then dissolved with a special fluid.

Interestingly, while Bellsprout is depicted as a plant that reacts to movement, Weepinbell’s design hints at its predatory nature, while Victreebel embodies the characteristics of a true pitcher plant.

Victreebel’s Moves and Best Moveset Recommendation

Victreebel holds its ground in the Great League but struggles in the Master League and is not a strong contender for raids. The Shadow version of Victreebel is particularly valuable, obtained through a Super Rocket Radar by defeating a specific Grunt.

To maximize its effectiveness in battles, consider using Magical Leaf, Leaf Blade, and Acid Spray. This Grass/Poison type has decent Fast move pressure, and the Community Day Move, Magical Leaf, is an upgrade from Razor Leaf, generating more energy per hit.

Victreebel’s Moveset

Victreebel Fast Moves:

• Razor Leaf (Grass)
• Acid (Poison)

Victreebel Charged Moves:

• Leaf Blade (Grass)
• Sludge Bomb (Poison)
• Leaf Tornado (Grass)
• Solar Beam (Grass)
• Acid Spray (Poison)

Victreebel Legacy Fast Moves:

• Magical Leaf (Grass)

Victreebel Legacy Charged Moves:

• Return (Normal)

In terms of match-ups, Victreebel excels against Water types in the Great League but struggles against Talonflame, Skarmory, and others. Its performance in the Ultra League is similar, facing stiff competition. In the Master League, Victreebel is not recommended due to its lower CP.

What Does Shiny Bellsprout Look Like?

Shiny Bellsprout features a striking transformation, changing its green leaves to an autumnal yellow, harmonizing with its bulb-like head. Released in July 2020 during a summer event, it stands out vividly.

Shiny Weepinbell shifts to a greenish hue with pink lips, reflecting its ongoing growth. Finally, shiny Victreebel adopts a green body with autumnal leaves and blue lips, creating a visually unique and somewhat confusing appearance.

Other Bellsprout Community Day Bonuses

Community Days in Pokémon Go come with a variety of bonuses, and Bellsprout’s event is no exception. Beyond increased spawns and shiny rates, players can enjoy:

• Double catch Candy
• Triple catch Stardust
• Double chance to receive Candy XL from catching Pokémon (for trainers Level 31 and up)
• 3-hour Incense and Lure duration
• Photobombs with Bellsprout by taking snapshots of your buddy
• Field Research tasks for event-exclusive rewards
• Special Research available for a small fee
• Event-themed stickers
• One additional Special Trade per day
• Exclusive move for Victreebel when evolved during the event
• Weepinbell raids following the Community Day event

Best of luck in your quest to find the perfect Bellsprout!