Who Is Groot? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Groot is a Marvel comic book character, with over 889 comic issue appearances. Groot is an extraterrestrial, sentient tree-like creature, and the monarch of Planet X. He is a founding member of Star-Lord's Guardians of the Galaxy, and is known for his longtime friendship with Rocket Raccoon.

Who is Groot?

Origin Groot is an alien known by the Kree as a Floral Colossus. He originated from "Planet X" and it was thought that his species had been extinct. Groot was first seen when he landed on Earth with his spaceship and threatened humanity as one of the Marvel Monsters in the Marvel Age of Monsters. It was his purpose to conquer planet Earth. He used some trees from Earth to become his soldiers. Groot was, however, soon defeated by a clever human which used termites on him. Groot fell to the ground and seemingly perished. He was not heard from for many years after his initial encounter with humanity.

Key facts

Groot is of alien origin and first appeared in "I Challenged...Groot! The Monster From Planet X!". The character is published by Marvel. With 889 recorded issue appearances, Groot ranks among the most featured characters in comics.