Guardians Rising·#3·2017
Victreebel, a Grass/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I, is the final evolution of the Bellsprout line and is culturally significant as one of the original 151 Pokémon. This specific Victreebel card from the 2017 Guardians Rising set is a non-holographic rare, standing out with its potent combination of status-inflicting and self-healing attacks. Here, visitors will find comprehensive details on its Pokédex lore, its attacks with their energy costs and effects, its weakness, and its edition history within the Pokémon TCG.
Read more ↓Victreebel is a carnivorous plant Pokémon, known for its large, bell-shaped body that secretes a sweet-smelling honey-like substance to lure prey. Once an unsuspecting victim, often a Bug-type Pokémon, ventures too close, Victreebel snaps its mouth shut and devours it whole. Introduced in Generation I, Victreebel is a Grass/Poison-type Pokémon, evolving from Weepinbell when exposed to a Leaf Stone, and Bellsprout before that. Its natural habitat is typically dense jungles and forests, where it can blend seamlessly with the lush foliage, lying in wait for its next meal. In the games, Victreebel is a formidable special attacker with access to powerful Grass and Poison-type moves. In the anime, James of Team Rocket famously owned a Victreebel, which often comically attempted to swallow him whole, highlighting its aggressive and unpredictable nature. Its unique design, combining elements of a pitcher plant with a menacing grin, has made it a memorable and somewhat iconic Pokémon. The dual typing of Grass and Poison gives it a distinct set of resistances and weaknesses, shaping its strategic use in battles.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
