Tangela 178 / 165 Pokemon Card from 151 Set

Tangela is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It is part of the 151 set from the Scarlet & Violet series, illustrated by Oswaldo KATO. The flavor text…

Set: 151
Number: 178/165
Rarity: Illustration Rare

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About the Tangela Pokémon Card

Tangela is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the 151 set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 178/165 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The 151 set was released on September 22, 2023.

The card includes the flavor text: “Hidden beneath a tangle of vines that grows nonstop even if the vines are torn off, this Pokémon's true appearance remains a mystery.”.

Tangela Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Tangela

Card number: 178/165

Set: 151

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Illustration Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Grass

HP: 80

Artist: Oswaldo KATO

Release date: September 22, 2023

National Pokédex number: 114

Why Collect the Tangela Pokémon Card?

Tangela sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the 151 set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Tangela Pokémon Card

Tangela was illustrated by Oswaldo KATO.

For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.

Market Price and Value of the Tangela Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Tangela is about

6.22 (low) to

43 (high), with a mid-point near

2.98. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the 151 set has a median card value near $0.95 and an average near

1.86, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -1% over the last 7 days and +4% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the 151 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Tangela Pokémon Card

Whether Tangela is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 5,255 copies of this card, of which 1,481 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 28.2%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Tangela Pokémon Card?

Illustration Rare cards such as Tangela are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

Its collector number (178/165) sits above the set's printed total of 165, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 5,255 copies to date.

Other Printings of Tangela

Tangela appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 112 (around $99.98), Legend Maker 44 (around $60.00) and FireRed & LeafGreen 30 (around $33.46).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Tangela Pokémon Card

The Tangela pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the 151 set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about

1.32; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Tangela card from?

Tangela is from the 151 set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 178/165 with the Illustration Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Tangela card?

Tangela is classified as Illustration Rare.

How much is the Tangela 178/165 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

1.32, within a recent range of roughly

6.22 to

43. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Tangela card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 5,255 copies so far, with about 28.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Tangela?

PSA has graded 5,255 copies, of which 1,481 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 28.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Tangela card?

Illustration Rare cards such as Tangela are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

When was the 151 set released?

The 151 set was released on September 22, 2023.

Are there other printings of Tangela?

Yes. Tangela appears on 29 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.