
| Max CP | 2,450 |
| Generation | Johto (Gen 2) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Sunflora is a Grass-type Pokémon from Johto (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,450 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Sunflora has base stats of 185 Attack, 135 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 501.
Sunflora can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Sunny weather, Sunflora receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Sunflora is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Razor Leaf STAB | Grass | 13 | +7 | 13.0 | - | - | - |
| Bullet Seed STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Beam STAB | Grass | 180 | -100 | - | 150 | -80 |
| Petal Blizzard STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Sludge Bomb | Poison | 80 | -50 | - | 80 | -50 |
| Leaf Storm STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sunflora takes increased damage from these types:
Sunflora takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Sunflora in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 5 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Flying | 263 | 198 | 209 | 4,338 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 8 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 3 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 27 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 8 | 15 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 11 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 7 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 27 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 1 | 11 | 11 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 26 | 1,495 |
| 10 | 0 | 14 | 8 | 27 | 1,495 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,428 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 1,835 | 917 | 1,223 | 1,529 | 2,141 | 2,428 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,831 | 915 | 1,220 | 1,526 | 2,136 | 2,422 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,829 | 914 | 1,219 | 1,524 | 2,134 | 2,420 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,816 | 908 | 1,210 | 1,513 | 2,118 | 2,402 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,814 | 907 | 1,209 | 1,511 | 2,116 | 2,399 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,796 | 898 | 1,197 | 1,496 | 2,095 | 2,375 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,776 | 888 | 1,184 | 1,480 | 2,072 | 2,349 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,790 | 895 | 1,193 | 1,491 | 2,088 | 2,367 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,737 | 868 | 1,158 | 1,447 | 2,026 | 2,298 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,548 | 774 | 1,032 | 1,290 | 1,806 | 2,047 |
Important CP values for Sunflora with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,428 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,141 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,158 - 1,223 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,447 - 1,529 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,158 - 1,223 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 868 - 917 CP |
Maximum CP for Sunflora with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | 26 | 2,141 |
| 2 | 2,141 | 27 | 2,141 |
| 3 | 2,141 | 28 | 2,141 |
| 4 | 2,141 | 29 | 2,141 |
| 5 | 288 | 30 | 1,835 |
| 6 | 2,141 | 31 | 2,141 |
| 7 | 2,141 | 32 | 2,141 |
| 8 | 2,141 | 33 | 2,141 |
| 9 | 2,141 | 34 | 2,141 |
| 10 | 612 | 35 | 1,988 |
| 11 | 2,141 | 36 | 2,141 |
| 12 | 2,141 | 37 | 2,141 |
| 13 | 2,141 | 38 | 2,141 |
| 14 | 2,141 | 39 | 2,141 |
| 15 | 917 | 40 | 2,141 |
| 16 | 2,141 | 41 | 2,141 |
| 17 | 2,141 | 42 | 2,141 |
| 18 | 2,141 | 43 | 2,141 |
| 19 | 2,141 | 44 | 2,141 |
| 20 | 1,223 | 45 | 2,290 |
| 21 | 2,141 | 46 | 2,141 |
| 22 | 2,141 | 47 | 2,141 |
| 23 | 2,141 | 48 | 2,141 |
| 24 | 2,141 | 49 | 2,141 |
| 25 | 1,529 | 50 | 2,428 |
Sunflora (#192) is a Grass-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,450 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Sunflora can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Sunflora in 2026.
Sunflora's Attack stat is 185 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Sunflora to contribute meaningful damage.
With 135 Defense (Average) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 501. This gives Sunflora reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Sunflora's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Sunflora depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Razor Leaf (Fast) with Solar Beam (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.
For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Sunflora has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Sunflora can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Grass typing provides useful matchups against Water, Electric, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Ice, Poison types.
In Ultra League, Sunflora reaches 2,141 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Sunflora faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Sunflora's effectiveness depends on its typing and 185 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Sunflora use Fire, Ice-type moves.
Sunflora can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Sunflora is part of a 2-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
Shiny Sunflora is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.
Sunflora gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,447 - 1,529 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Sunflora's max CP?
A: 2,428 CP at Level 50, or 2,141 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Sunflora good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.
Q: Can Sunflora be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Sunflora is available.
Q: What is Sunflora weak to?
A: Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Razor Leaf + Solar Beam for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.