Vileplume

Vileplume is a /-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Physiology
Vileplume is purple in color with red eyes and short limbs. There is also a rafflesia on its head, which is a type of flower known to have a putrid smell.

Special abilities
Vileplume has the ability Chlorophyll. Chlorophyll allows Vileplume's Speed to rise when the sun is strong. Vileplume are known for their large flower. The flower releases a large amount of pollen in the air when it is flapped. The flapping of the flower can be very loud at times.

Evolution
Vileplume is one of two evolved forms of Gloom. Gloom evolves into a Vileplume with the use of a Leaf Stone.

In the anime
Vileplume first made its debut in Holy Matrimony under the ownership of Jessiebelle.

Trivia

 * The flower on top of its head is based off a rafflesia, the world's largest flower (found in Asia) that smells like rotting flesh.

Origins
Vileplume appears to be based on a flower that is bad smelling. Vileplume comes from the words 'vile' meaning disgusting and 'plume' meaning smooth.