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Forest Green

Hex Code #2D8D2D

Color Analysis Summary

Color #2D8D2D, historically referred to as Forest Green, is a beautifully balanced color tone. Mathematically, in the RGB (Red, Green, Blue) spectrum, this color is formulated by mixing 18% red, 55% green, and 18% blue. These digital components translate to exact numerical values of Red: 45, Green: 141, and Blue: 45. In terms of web formatting, this exact tone is declared in stylesheets using the hex code #2D8D2D. For designers working with cylindrical coordinates, its HSL values are mapped to a hue angle of 120°, a saturation of 52%, and a lightness index of 36%. In the HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) model, it retains a brightness value of 55%. Because of its specific lightness, this tone offers distinct visual contrast properties. Incorporating #2D8D2D into your UI layout is highly recommended for building visual hierarchy, either as a primary brand marker or a subtle secondary accent. When paired with its programmatic complement or analogous siblings, it creates a highly professional and accessible color scheme.

Color Code Formats

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)45, 141, 45
HSL (Hue, Sat, Lightness)120°, 52%, 36%
HSV (Hue, Sat, Value)120°, 68%, 55%
CSS Valuergb(45, 141, 45)

WCAG 2.1 Contrast & Accessibility Check

On White Background4.23:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)FAIL
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)FAIL
On Black Background4.96:1
AA Normal Text (4.5:1)PASS
AA Large Text (3.0:1)PASS
AAA Normal Text (7.0:1)FAIL
AAA Large Text (4.5:1)PASS

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