Cacnea 5 / 198 Pokemon Card from Scarlet & Violet Set
Cacnea is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It prefers harsh environments, such as deserts, and can survive for 30 days on water stored in its body. The…
- Set: Scarlet & Violet
- Number: 5/198
- Rarity: Common
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About the Cacnea Pokémon Card
Cacnea is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Scarlet & Violet set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 5/198 and is classified as Common. The Scarlet & Violet set was released on March 31, 2023.
The card includes the flavor text: “It prefers harsh environments, such as deserts. It can survive for 30 days on water stored in its body.”.
Cacnea Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Cacnea
Card number: 5/198
Set: Scarlet & Violet
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 60
Artist: Tika Matsuno
Release date: March 31, 2023
National Pokédex number: 331
Why Collect the Cacnea Pokémon Card?
Cacnea is most often collected as part of a complete Scarlet & Violet 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 Cacnea Pokémon Card
Cacnea was illustrated by Tika Matsuno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Cacnea Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Cacnea is about $0.20. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to
For context, the Scarlet & Violet set has a median card value near $0.23 and an average near $3.53, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +25% over the last 7 days and +25% 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 Scarlet & Violet set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Cacnea Pokémon Card
Whether Cacnea 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 2 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 50.0%. 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 Cacnea Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Cacnea 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 2 copies to date.
Other Printings of Cacnea
Cacnea appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Sandstorm 57 (around
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 Cacnea Pokémon Card
The Cacnea pokémon card is a Common card from the Scarlet & Violet set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Scarlet & Violet set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.20; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Cacnea card from?
Cacnea is from the Scarlet & Violet set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 5/198 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Cacnea card?
Cacnea is classified as Common.
How much is the Cacnea 5/198 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.20, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to
Is the Cacnea card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2 copies so far, with about 50.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Cacnea?
PSA has graded 2 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 50.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Cacnea card?
As a Common card, Cacnea 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 Scarlet & Violet set released?
The Scarlet & Violet set was released on March 31, 2023.
Are there other printings of Cacnea?
Yes. Cacnea appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.