Violet set to build on the roster further. They're the third most common type combination in the games, with 110 species including those that are dual types.
Many Grass-Type species have earned the affection of countless fans for several reasons, including their memorable creature designs and competency in battle within their respective games. Several of the starter Pokémon stages expectedly fill these categories, but there are several noteworthy legendaries and standard wild species as well.
Gogoat
The X and Y games -- along with the Kalos region they took place in -- ittedly feel like afterthoughts for many fans in the years since their release. They felt incomplete content-wise, but even so, every generation of Pokémon introduces some memorable creatures.
Gogoat is among them for the Grass-Type representation in Kalos, partly for being the mascot of the limited mounting mechanic of the games that would eventually be expanded on in later generations. It has a noble aesthetic to it that creatively weaves the grass motif into Gogoat. And on the combat side of things, it has an impressive stat spread -- namely in HP stat for defense and both of its offensive stats.
Ferrothorn
Ferrothorn's secondary Type does have many more standout competitors since the Steel-Type is one of the best for defense in Pokémon, but it's a worthy shout at the very least. This dual Grass/Steel-Type made its debut in Unova for Black and White, and it's perhaps one of the most unique Type combinations in the series.
Visually, it's an interesting blend of certain flower seeds and weapons like caltrops and flails, which is excellent inspiration for its two Types. Ferrothorn was also famous for its use in combat, as its dual typing and beefy defensive and Physically offensive stats give it longevity in a battle of attrition.
Roserade
Roserade is arguably one of the most popular picks in veteran fans' story playthroughs in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum. This is thanks to a combination of its usefulness in battle and Budew being such accessible early-game encounters.
Statistically, the dual Grass/Poison-Type Roserade is a Special powerhouse overall, with a respectable Speed stat to boot. Its inclination for Special stats meshes brilliantly with both of its Types. Just as well, its visual design is an inspired choice by incorporating flowers and mysterious attendants of masquerade balls to complement its Grass motif.
Tropius
It's a shame that Tropius is as overlooked as it is, as this Pokémon is one of the most creative ones to come out of the Hoenn region. Tropius seems to have taken inspiration from sauropod dinosaurs like the brachiosaurus and tropical trees for its design, as well as throwing in the Flying-Type to complement the Grass-Type.
It's certainly not going to be the star player in battle, but it has a decent stat spread to make it a useful companion for a story playthrough in Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald -- especially for having an on-hand fast traveling Pokémon.
Breloom
Similar to Tropius, Breloom is another somewhat underrated Pokémon from the Hoenn region. This creature fills an interesting niche, though, as its dual Grass/Fighting-Type and stat spread suggest.
It can make exciting use of Physical attacks thanks to its excellent corresponding stat and secondary Fighting-Type, as well as taking advantage of useful health-sapping moves like Leech Seed and ever-so-valuable Drain Punch. Breloom is easily most combatively useful than the aforementioned Tropius, and its inventive mushroom/boxing kangaroo-style hybrid design is a nice bonus.
Grookey
Though, for many longtime fans, Sword and Shield were the culmination of the Pokémon games' poorly-aged mechanics before Legends: Arceus arrived, the Galar region still introduced some memorable new creatures. The Grass-Type starter Grookey quickly struck a chord with fans, with its endearing chimpanzee-inspired design, adventurous and upbeat personality, and the drummer motif being the highlights.
In of battle prowess, Grookey is among the strongest of the three choices between it, the Fire-Type Scorbunny, and the Water-Type Sobble once fully evolved into the Physical Attack-oriented powerhouse that is Rillaboom.
Rowlet
When Pokémon Sun and Moon were released back in 2016 for the Nintendo 3DS, the Grass-Type owl starter Rowlet had a similarly resounding impact on the fan base as Greninja did. The latter might still be the most popular of the two, but the love that it gets from fans is undeniable given Rowlet's return as a starter in Legends: Arceus.
Its charming design was an instant hit, and the praises only became stronger by the time it fully evolved. Rowlet is best in the early game of generation seven but is still capable with a team around it complementing its capabilities.
Rillaboom
The aforementioned Grookey's evolution is a great climax of its initial physical characteristics, with Rillaboom being designed as equal parts creative and indicative of its battling abilities. It's a shame that the model for the Pokémon in battle is hampered with the drum constantly a part of it, but the official artwork for it does Rillaboom the most justice.
The long, flowing leaf-filled mane and wrist cuffs are excellent artistic touches and its impressive Physical Attack stat makes it more than viable competitively. Especially so after it was given the Grassy Surge Hidden Ability that boosts Grass-Type moves and heals every turn.
Bulbasaur
Even after taking nostalgia into from veteran fans, Bulbasaur still earns its place as one of the best starter Pokémon across the eight generations of games. Its sweet design is simple yet inventive, as it doesn't seem to focus on any one real-world animal or concept as inspiration.
Bulbasaur combines dinosaur and frog-like features, and its respective charms were surely amplified thanks to the classic days of the Pokémon anime. Likewise, it's also arguably the best starter to choose for a playthrough in the Kanto games. Right off the bat, Bulbasaur has Type advantages against the first two Gym Leaders, and the Grass/Poison-Type Venusaur makes for an easy lynchpin in a finalized team.
