Grovyle 40 / 106 Pokemon Card from Great Encounters Set
Grovyle is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and is part of the Great Encounters set from the Diamond & Pearl…
- Set: Great Encounters
- Number: 40/106
- Rarity: Common
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About the Grovyle Pokémon Card
Grovyle is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Great Encounters set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 40/106 and is classified as Common. The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
The card includes the flavor text: “It lives in dense jungles. While closing in on its prey, it leaps from branch to branch.”.
Grovyle Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Grovyle
Card number: 40/106
Set: Great Encounters
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Grass
HP: 80
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: February 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 253
Why Collect the Grovyle Pokémon Card?
Grovyle is most often collected as part of a complete Great Encounters set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Grovyle Pokémon Card
Grovyle was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Grovyle Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Grovyle is about $3.28. Recent listings range from roughly $3.00 (low) to $41.60 (high), with a mid-point near $6.62. 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 Great Encounters set has a median card value near $5.10 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Great Encounters set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Grovyle Pokémon Card
Whether Grovyle 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 1 copy of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. 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 Grovyle Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Grovyle was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1 copy to date.
Other Printings of Grovyle
Grovyle appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Nintendo Black Star Promos 4 (around $94.75), Emerald 28 (around $87.50) and POP Series 4 7 (around $39.02).
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 Grovyle Pokémon Card
The Grovyle pokémon card is a Common card from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Great Encounters set. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.28; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Grovyle card from?
Grovyle is from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 40/106 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Grovyle card?
Grovyle is classified as Common.
How much is the Grovyle 40/106 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.28, within a recent range of roughly $3.00 to $41.60. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Grovyle card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1 copy so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Grovyle?
PSA has graded 1 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Grovyle card?
As a Common card, Grovyle was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Great Encounters set released?
The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Grovyle?
Yes. Grovyle appears on 14 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.