Petilil Best Moveset
Grass at 70 Sp. Atk and 30 Speed with AbilityChlorophyll doubling Speed under sun. The stats are pre-evolution level. The moveset can't function. Evolve to Lilligant for 110 Sp. Atk and AbilityOwn Tempo that prevents confusion for MovePetal Dance spam.
Petilil was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. This was Petilil's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Owntempo with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Petilil best EVs are HP and Sp. Atk
Special Tank Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Hidden Power Fire
- Synthesis
- Growth
Recommended Teammates
Petilil was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Petilil maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran chlorophyll with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Support Moveset
- Toxic
- Leech Seed
- Leaf Storm
- Solar Beam
Petilil was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. Petilil maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Chlorophyll with Eviolite, favoring a Timid nature.
Utility Moveset
- Sleep Powder
- Solar Beam
- Sunny Day
- Hidden Power Fire
Recommended Teammates
Petilil was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. Petilil maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran chlorophyll with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Leech Seed
- Leaf Storm
- Giga Drain
- Protect
Petilil was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. Petilil maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Chlorophyll with Focus Sash, favoring a Timid nature.
Wall Moveset
- Protect
- Toxic
- Leech Seed
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Petilil Weakness
Petilil is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. The Grass typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. That's a lot of weak spots to cover so team support is important.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Petilil Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Petilil
Salazzle threatens a KO with Flamethrower (156-184%). Genesect's U-turn also KOs at 140-165%.
 Volcarona BugFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves View Volcarona builds →
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 Salazzle PoisonFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCorrosion ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Petilil View Salazzle builds →Flamethrower 2x156-184%KO | ||
 Genesect BugSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDownload ItemChoice Scarf NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Petilil View Genesect builds →U Turn 2x140-165%KO Extreme Speed53-63% | ||
 Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemLeftovers NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Petilil View Lapras builds →Surf36-42% Thunderbolt24-28% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Evolution
To get Lilligant from Petilil, you need an evolution item. The evolution method matters here. Evolving adds up to 200 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Petilil with 89 breeding partners from the Plant egg group.
How to Get Petilil
Petilil starts showing up in early-game routes at decent spawn rates across 20 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Petilil in SV
Petilil is your first catch on the way to Petilil. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-60 across 20 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Petilil ✓North Province (Area Three) - Flower PatchLv.13-35OverworldRate 24%South Province (Area Four) - Flower PatchLv.13-35OverworldRate 24%South Province (Area Six) - Flower PatchLv.13-35OverworldRate 24%South Province (Area Two) - Flower PatchLv.13-35OverworldRate 24%West Province (Area One) - Flower PatchLv.13-35OverworldRate 24%Kitakami HallLv.7-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60OverworldAvailable in-game· 2 pathsPick one
Petilil starts showing up in late-game routes at decent spawn rates across 2 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
A solid number of locations for Petilil with high spawn rates across late-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Petilil in SwSh
To get Petilil, start by catching Petilil through walking encounters at Lv. 40-48. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Petilil ✓Honeycalm IslandLv.43-48GrassRate 30%All WeatherHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%OvercastHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%SandstormHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%ThunderstormHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%Normal WeatherHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%RainingHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%Intense SunHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%SnowstormHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%Heavy FogHoneycalm IslandLv.40-45OverworldRate 16%Snowing
Step 2Evolve into LilligantBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Lilligant egg.
Petilil is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 9 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Petilil in USUM
Petilil is your first catch on the way to Petilil. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-57 across 9 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Petilil ✓Melemele MeadowLv.10-12GrassUltra MoonRate 20%Malie GardenLv.25-28GrassUltra MoonRate 10%Ula'ula MeadowLv.33-36GrassUltra MoonRate 20%Poni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 50%Shaking spotPoni MeadowLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 30%Poni Plains - CenterLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 20%Poni Plains - EastLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 20%Poni Plains - WestLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 20%Poni Plains - NorthLv.54-57GrassUltra MoonRate 10%
Step 2Evolve into Lilligant
Base Stats
Nothing fancy in Petilil's spread. It leans special with Sp. Atk out front. And you'll get 1 Sp. Atk EV per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
If the leaves on its head are pruned with regularity, this Pokémon can be grown into a fine plump shape.
Petilil Guide
For a casual playthrough, Petilil works as a placeholder. Grass coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Lilligant. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since Black & White, Petilil has been obtainable in 9 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Petilil has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves