Jumpluff is a dual-type Grass/Flying Pokémon introduced in Generation II. It is the final evolution of Hoppip, evolving from Skiploom at level 27. Known as the Cottonweed Pokémon, Jumpluff is characterized by its round, blue body with red eyes and three large cotton puffs attached to it. These puffs allow Jumpluff to float on air currents, traveling great distances on seasonal winds.
Jumpluff's unique ability to ride warm southern winds enables it to cross seas and reach foreign lands. However, when it encounters cold air currents while floating, it descends to the ground. The Pokémon's journey, and ultimately its life, comes to an end once its cotton spores run out. Jumpluff's cotton spores serve a dual purpose: they aid in its flight and are used to create offspring.
Trainers should be cautious of Jumpluff's cotton spores, as accidentally inhaling them can cause coughing fits and itchiness. Despite its delicate appearance, Jumpluff can control its flight even in hurricane conditions, showcasing its mastery over air currents. It is commonly sighted above open temperate grasslands.
Pokédex Data
- Category: Cottonweed Pokémon
- Height: 0.8 m (2'07")
- Weight: 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs)
- Abilities: Chlorophyll, Leaf Guard, Infiltrator (Hidden)
Breeding
- Egg Groups: Fairy, Grass
- Gender Ratio: 50% male, 50% female
- Egg Cycles: 20 (4,884–5,140 steps)
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Gold: Once it catches the wind, it deftly controls its cotton-puff spores to float, even around the world.
- Silver: Drifts on seasonal winds and spreads its cotton-like spores all over the world to make more offspring.
- Crystal: Even in the fiercest wind, it can control its fluff to make its way to any place in the world it wants.
- Scarlet: Jumpluff travels on seasonal winds. Once its cotton spores run out, its journey ends, as does its life.
- Violet: Beware its cotton spores. If you accidentally breathe them in, you'll be racked with coughs and itchiness.
Evolutions
Hoppip (Level 18) → Skiploom (Level 27) → Jumpluff
Habits and Additions Across Generations
- In Generation 3, Jumpluff gained the Leaf Guard ability.
- Its base Special Defense was increased from 85 to 95 in Generation 6.
- Jumpluff's base experience yield has changed across generations, starting at 176 in Gen 2-4, increasing to 203 in Gen 5, and settling at 230 in Gen 9.
- In Pokémon Colosseum, the shadows of Jumpluff's spores were square and always faced the same way relative to the camera. This was fixed in Pokémon XD.