Roselia's built around special offense. Sp. Atk leads the charge, Defense pays for it. Common in the wild, worth 2 Sp. Atk EVs. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Though beautiful, it has highly poisonous thorns. There is an old tradition in my homeland wherein one would send these thorns to an opponent to challenge them to a duel.
Roselia's Grass/Poison typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Ice, Flying, and Psychic. It resists 5 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Roselia's special bulk (base 80 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Flying, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Fighting, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass |
Espeon's Psyshock hits Roselia for 49-57%. Volcarona's Heat Wave hits Roselia for 55-65%. Weavile deals 58-68% with Ice Shard.
 Espeon Psychic | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Bounce ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Roselia View Espeon builds →Psyshock 2x49-57% | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemGrassyseed NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Roselia View Volcarona builds →Heat Wave 2x55-65% | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Roselia View Weavile builds →Knock Off47-55% Ice Shard 2x58-68% | ||
 Pelipper Water | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Roselia View Pelipper builds →Hurricane 2x54-63% | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Roselia View Charizard builds →Scorching Sands13-15% Flamethrower 2x49-57% Hurricane 2x59-69% Air Slash 2x40-48% | ||
Roselia is partway through a three-stage line between Budew and Roserade. The chain involves an evolution item, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, Sp.Atk got the biggest boost (+50 from Budew). The final form adds another 115 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Roselia to get Budew eggs easily using 66 partners from the Fairy and Plant egg groups.
Spikes is the priority every time Roselia comes in. Gentle nature and max HP and Sp. Def EVs keep it alive long enough to get layers down, while Eviolite provides a bulk boost that only works before full evolution. Poison Point rounds it out.
Best Build
Roselia best EVs are Sp. Def and HP
Wall Moveset
- Sludge Bomb
- Aromatherapy
- Spikes
- Sleep Powder
Legends: Arceus uses different battle mechanics.
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Moves
Roselia develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Leaf Storm and Energy Ball show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Roselia's movepool balances level-up moves with TM options. Consistent STAB comes from Petal Dance and Energy Ball, and Fairy and Ghost coverage keeps opponents from switching in for free. No major gaps here.
You'll want to breed for Cotton Spore and Extrasensory on Roselia. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Leaf Storm and Petal Dance, they expand what Roselia can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Cotton Spore and Extrasensory on Roselia. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Leaf Storm and Petal Dance, they expand what Roselia can actually threaten in practice.
No wild encounters for Roselia in Legends: Z-A. Bring Budew over from Diamond, Platinum, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
3 encounter spots for Roselia at decent spawn rates starting from mid-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Roselia in Legends: Arceus
To get Roselia, start by catching Budew through walking encounters at walking. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch BudewFabled SpringGrassUncommonGapejaw BogGrass SwampUncommonGolden LowlandsGrassUncommon
Step 2Roselia ✓Cloudpool RidgeGrass SkyUncommonFabled SpringGrassUncommonGapejaw BogGrass SwampUncommonor evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Roselia's scattered across 23 spots in mid-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Roselia in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Budew is your first catch on the way to Roselia. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 4-54 across 59 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch BudewEterna ForestBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.10-12 Forest29%EarlyMorning/dayEterna ForestShining PearlGrass Lv.10-12 Forest29%EarlyMorning/dayRoute 204 - SouthShining PearlGrass Lv.4-5 Route25%EarlyMorning/dayRoute 204 - SouthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.4-5 Route25%EarlyMorning/dayRoute 204 - NorthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.6-7 Route25%EarlyMorning/dayRoute 204 - NorthShining PearlGrass Lv.6-7 Route25%EarlyMorning/dayEterna ForestBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.11-12 Forest19%EarlyNightEterna ForestShining PearlGrass Lv.11-12 Forest19%EarlyNightRoute 204 - SouthShining PearlGrass Lv.4-5 Route15%EarlyNightRoute 204 - SouthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.4-5 Route15%EarlyNightRoute 204 - NorthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.6-7 Route15%EarlyNightRoute 204 - NorthShining PearlGrass Lv.6-7 Route15%EarlyNightRoute 212 - NorthShining PearlGrass Lv.16 Route30%MidRoute 212 - NorthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16 Route30%MidGrassland CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidRiverbank CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidRiverbank CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSpacious CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidStill-Water CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidStill-Water CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSunlit CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidGreat Marsh - Area 5Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.20 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 5Shining PearlGrass Lv.20 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 6Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.20 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 6Shining PearlGrass Lv.20 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 3Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.22 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 3Shining PearlGrass Lv.22 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 4Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.22 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 4Shining PearlGrass Lv.22 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 1Shining PearlGrass Lv.24 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 1Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.24 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 2Shining PearlGrass Lv.24 Facility10%MidMorning/dayGreat Marsh - Area 2Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.24 Facility10%MidMorning/day
Step 2Roselia ✓Trophy GardenShining PearlGrass Lv.16-17 Forest30%MidTrophy GardenBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-17 Forest30%MidRoute 212 - SouthShining PearlGrass Lv.18-20 Route25%MidMorning/dayRoute 212 - SouthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.18-20 Route25%MidMorning/dayRoute 212 - NorthShining PearlGrass Lv.16-17 Route15%MidRoute 212 - NorthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-17 Route15%MidRoute 212 - SouthShining PearlGrass Lv.18-20 Route15%MidNightRoute 212 - SouthBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.18-20 Route15%MidNightBogsunk CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 SwampMidBogsunk CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 SwampMidGrassland CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidGrassland CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSunlit CavernShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSunlit CavernBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 CaveMidSwampy CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.16-20 SwampMidSwampy CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.16-20 SwampMidRoute 221Shining PearlGrass Lv.29 Route10%MidRoute 221Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.29 Route10%MidRoute 224Shining PearlGrass Lv.52-54 Route20%PostRoute 224Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.52-54 Route20%PostRoute 225Shining PearlGrass Lv.51 Route15%PostRoute 229Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.50 Route10%PostRoute 225Brilliant DiamondGrass Lv.51 Route5%Postor evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Roselia is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 10 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 Roselia in Sword & Shield
Budew is your first catch on the way to Roselia. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-45 across 32 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch BudewEast Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.8-12 Cave45%EarlyOvercastEast Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.8-12 Cave45%EarlyOvercastRolling FieldsSwordGrass Lv.7-935%EarlyOvercastRolling FieldsShieldGrass Lv.7-1035%EarlyOvercastDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest35%EarlyNormal WeatherDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest35%EarlyNormal WeatherWest Lake AxewellSwordOverworld Lv.8-14 Cave5%EarlyOvercastWest Lake AxewellShieldOverworld Lv.8-14 Cave5%EarlyOvercastDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyOvercastDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyIntense SunDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyIntense SunDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyRainingDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyRainingDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyHeavy FogDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyHeavy FogDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest5%EarlyOvercastRoute 4SwordGrass Lv.13-15 Route4%EarlyAll WeatherRoute 4ShieldGrass Lv.13-15 Route4%EarlyAll WeatherGiant's MirrorSwordGrass Lv.27-2910%MidNormal WeatherGiant's MirrorShieldGrass Lv.27-2910%MidNormal Weather
Step 2Roselia ✓South Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.11-13 Water30%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.11-13 Water30%EarlyOvercastSouth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.11-13 Water20%EarlyIntense SunSouth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.11-13 Water20%EarlyIntense SunGiant's MirrorSwordGrass Lv.27-2920%MidOvercastGiant's MirrorShieldGrass Lv.27-2920%MidOvercastAxew's EyeShieldGrass Lv.35-4040%LateOvercastAxew's EyeSwordGrass Lv.35-4040%LateOvercastDusty BowlShieldGrass Lv.40-4510%LateOvercastDusty BowlSwordGrass Lv.40-4510%LateOvercastor evolve from Budew (Step 1)
Roselia isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Roserade to unlock its full potential. At 400 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Run Natural Cure on Roselia. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Roselia also gets Poison Point and Leaf Guard, but they don't compare.
Roselia fills the attacker role. It's leaning toward the special side (base 100 Sp. Atk). At base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often.
Roselia has been available in 16 games since Ruby & Sapphire, though obtaining it requires an item-based evolution. This extra step makes it less common than Pokemon found through standard wild encounters.
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