Cacnea is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It prefers harsh environments such as deserts and can survive for 30 days on water stored in its body. This…
Set: Shining Fates
Number: 4/72
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Cacnea Pokémon Card
Cacnea is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Shining Fates set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 4/72 and is classified as Common. The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.
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: 4/72
Set: Shining Fates
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 70
Artist: Uta
Release date: February 19, 2021
National Pokédex number: 331
Why Collect the Cacnea Pokémon Card?
Cacnea is most often collected as part of a complete Shining Fates 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 Uta.
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 $0.19. Recent listings range from roughly $0.04 (low) to
.00 (high), with a mid-point near $0.21. 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 Shining Fates set has a median card value near $0.31 and an average near
.23, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved 0% over the last 7 days and 0% 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 Shining Fates 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 14 copies of this card, of which 4 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 28.6%. 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 14 copies to date.
Other Printings of Cacnea
Cacnea appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Sandstorm 57 (around
5.34), Power Keepers 46 (around
0.00) and Sandstorm 58 (around $9.14).
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 Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Shining Fates set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.19; 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 Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 4/72 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Cacnea card?
Cacnea is classified as Common.
How much is the Cacnea 4/72 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.19, within a recent range of roughly $0.04 to
.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
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 14 copies so far, with about 28.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Cacnea?
PSA has graded 14 copies, of which 4 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 28.6%). 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 Shining Fates set released?
The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.
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.
