Base Set 2·#55·2000
Parasect, a fascinating Bug/Grass-type Pokémon from Generation I, is renowned for its unique host-parasite relationship and its ability to induce sleep. This specific card, #55 from the 2000 Base Set 2, is a common non-holographic variant, notable for being part of a compilation set that combined cards from earlier expansions. Here, you will discover Parasect's Pokédex lore, its attacks including Spore and Slash with their energy costs, its Fire weakness, and the historical context of this edition.
Read more ↓Parasect is a dual Bug/Grass-type Pokémon, introduced in Generation I. It evolves from Paras starting at Level 24. The Pokédex describes Parasect as a host-parasite pair in which the parasite mushroom has taken over the host bug, a rather unsettling but fascinating piece of lore that highlights its unique biology. These Pokémon are known to prefer damp places, reflecting their fungal nature. In the games, Parasect is often noted for its ability to learn Spore, a 100% accurate sleep-inducing move, which makes it a useful support Pokémon. Its design, a crab-like creature with a large, vibrant mushroom on its back, makes it visually distinctive. In the anime, Parasect has appeared in various episodes, often showcasing its ability to manipulate spores or its docile nature under the mushroom's influence. Its unique biological relationship and dual typing give it a memorable, if somewhat eerie, presence in the Pokémon world.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
Base Set 2
