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Ludicolo

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Water Grass
Max CP 2,626 Razor Leaf + Leaf Storm Sunny Rainy
Lombre | Seedot
Ludicolo Pokemon GO sprite

Ludicolo is a Water/Grass-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#272, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,626 and base stats of 173/176/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), Ludicolo has a total stat product of 539.

Ludicolo is weak to Bug, Flying, Poison-type moves. It resists Water, Ground, Steel-type attacks. Ludicolo is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
2,626
Lv.40: 2,323 Lv.50: 2,626
Attack 173
Defense 176
Stamina 190
Total 539
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 3 · Hoenn 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy
Water type

Type Chart

Weak to
Bug
Bug
+60%
Flying
Flying
+60%
Poison
Poison
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Ghost
Astonish
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog
Water
Bubble STAB
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 12 EN 1.0s DUR 12 EPS Rainy
Grass
Razor Leaf STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 7 EN 1.0s DUR 7 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Ice
Blizzard
43.3
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 3.0s DUR
Grass
Energy Ball STAB Buff
22.5
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR
Water
Hydro Pump STAB
38.6
DPS
135.0 PWR 100 EN 3.5s DUR
Ice
Ice Beam
27.1
DPS
95.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Grass
Leaf Storm STAB Buff
52
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Water
Scald STAB Buff
21.4
DPS
75.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Grass
Solar Beam STAB
36
DPS
180.0 PWR 100 EN 5.0s DUR
Water
Weather Ball Water STAB
36.7
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 1.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Razor Leaf (13 DPS), while Astonish generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Lotad Pokemon GO
Lotad
25 Candy
Lombre Pokemon GO
Lombre
Lombre Pokemon GO
Lombre
100 Candy
Ludicolo Pokemon GO
Ludicolo

Forms & Variants

Lotad Pokemon GO
Lotad
Lombre Pokemon GO
Lombre
Ludicolo Pokemon GO
Ludicolo

Raid Guide

Ludicolo as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Ludicolo is not currently available as a raid boss. When Ludicolo returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Ludicolo from raids would have 1327 CP at level 20, or 1659 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Ludicolo

Mega Rayquaza
Mega Rayquaza
Air Slash + Hurricane
35.0 DPS
#1
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Gust + Bleakwind Storm
34.3 DPS
#2
Shadow Toucannon
Shadow Toucannon
Peck + 490
34.3 DPS
#3
Shadow Staraptor
Shadow Staraptor
Gust + Brave Bird
32.9 DPS
#4
Eternatus
Eternatus
Poison Jab + 482
32.9 DPS
#5
Mega Pidgeot
Mega Pidgeot
Gust + Brave Bird
32.8 DPS
#6
Mega Beedrill
Mega Beedrill
Poison Jab + Sludge Bomb
32.1 DPS
#7
Shadow Vikavolt
Shadow Vikavolt
Bug Bite + Fly
31.7 DPS
#8
Shadow Articuno (Galarian)
Shadow Articuno (Galarian)
Psycho Cut + Fly
31.3 DPS
#9
Mega Gengar
Mega Gengar
Hex + Sludge Bomb
31.1 DPS
#10

Ludicolo is weak to Bug, Flying, Poison-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Ludicolo

Ludicolo evolves from Lombre using 100 Candy.

Walking Ludicolo as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Ludicolo Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Ludicolo in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
57 – 2,008 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
57 – 2,174 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,291 – 1,360 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,606 – 1,692 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,291 – 1,360 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
976 – 1,029 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,291 – 1,360 CP

A 100% IV Ludicolo from raids or eggs will show 1,327 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Ludicolo is a Water/Grass-type Pokemon with a stat total of 539. With its bulk spread of 176 Defense and 190 Stamina, Ludicolo has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Bug, Flying, Poison-type moves when using Ludicolo. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Ludicolo's performance.

Ludicolo's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 8 charged moves available, a second move gives Ludicolo much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Ludicolo?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Ludicolo is a Water/Grass-type Pokemon with base stats of 173/176/190 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,626. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Ludicolo may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Ludicolo in Pokemon GO?
Ludicolo has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Ludicolo for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.
What are Ludicolo's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Ludicolo is weak to Bug, Flying, Poison-type moves. On the other hand, Ludicolo resists Water, Ground, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Ludicolo effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Ludicolo's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Ludicolo's maximum CP is 2,626 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,323 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Ludicolo's CP is calculated from its base stats: 173 Attack, 176 Defense, and 190 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Ludicolo caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,327 CP, or 1,659 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Ludicolo?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Ludicolo has the following CP at key levels: 995 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,327 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,659 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,626 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Ludicolo, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Ludicolo ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Ludicolo in Pokemon GO?
Ludicolo is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Lombre with 100 Candy). Ludicolo can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Ludicolo be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Ludicolo's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Ludicolo availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 32 CP
L5 313 CP
L10 664 CP
L15 995 CP
L20 1,327 CP
L25 1,659 CP
L30 1,991 CP
L35 2,157 CP
L40 2,323 CP
L50 2,626 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #272
Generation Gen 3
Region Hoenn
Height 1.50 m
Weight 55.00 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy