Dark Jungle Green

HEX: #1A2421 | Modern Palette

On White
15.93:1
PASS
On Black
1.32:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#1A2421
RGB
26, 36, 33
HSL
162°, 27% ,14%
CMYK
27.78, 0, 8.33, 85.88

About Dark Jungle Green

Dark Jungle Green (#1A2421) is a color with RGB(26, 36, 33) and HSL(162°, 27.78%, 14.12%). It is commonly associated with Luxury moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Print. Its complementary color is #241A1D, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #211A24 and #24211A. The name comes from Dark Jungle Green (English).

  • HEX: #1A2421
  • RGB: 26, 36, 33
  • HSL: 162°, 27.78%, 14.12%
  • Mood: Luxury
  • Style: Cool
  • Use case: Text, Background, Print
  • Complementary color: #241A1D
  • Triadic colors: #211A24, #24211A
  • The name comes from Dark Jungle Green (English).

Live Components

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Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #1A2421 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Luxury
Style
Cool
Use case
Text Background Print

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #212121
Protanopia #232321
Tritanopia #1B2424
Achromatopsia #222222

Frequently Asked Questions

Dark Jungle Green (#1A2421) is a color with RGB(26, 36, 33) and HSL(162°, 27.78%, 14.12%).

#1A2421 pairs strongly with #241A1D as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#1A2421 is suitable for Text, Background, Print and works well with Cool styles.

#1A2421 is commonly associated with Luxury.

The name Dark Jungle Green is linked to Dark Jungle Green from English, meaning A very dark shade of green, reminiscent of the deep, shadowed foliage found in a dense jungle..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Dark Jungle Green
Meaning A very dark shade of green, reminiscent of the deep, shadowed foliage found in a dense jungle.
Language English
First Recorded Use 20th Century

History

The concept of 'jungle green' evokes the lush, often mysterious and deep green hues associated with tropical rainforests. Adding 'dark' further emphasizes the intensity and low-light conditions often found within such environments. This color, like many descriptive greens, is used to convey natural, earthy, or camouflaged aesthetics. It's a common color in design, fashion, and art where a deep, rich green is desired.

First Recorded Use

The specific color name 'Dark Jungle Green' with the hex code #1a2421 is a modern, descriptive color name. While 'jungle green' as a general concept for a dark green has existed longer, the precise naming and hex code association likely emerged with the advent of digital color systems and standardized color palettes, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century or early 21st century.

Cultural Associations

Culturally, dark greens often symbolize nature, growth, renewal, and tranquility. 'Jungle' specifically adds connotations of wildness, exoticism, and sometimes danger or mystery. In fashion and interior design, it can be seen as sophisticated and grounding. In military contexts, similar dark greens are used for camouflage. It can also evoke a sense of the primeval or untouched wilderness.

Similar Named Colors
Charleston Green #232B2B ΔE 3.52
Eerie Black #1B1B1B ΔE 7.03
Black Leather Jacket #253529 ΔE 7.44
Medium Jungle Green #1C352D ΔE 7.89

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #1A2421;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #1A2421;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #1A2421;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #1A2421,
        #2E1A20
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #1A2421,
        #2E1A20
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$dark-jungle-green: #1A2421;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$dark-jungle-green-r: 26;
$dark-jungle-green-g: 36;
$dark-jungle-green-b: 33;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $dark-jungle-green;
    color: rgba($dark-jungle-green-r, $dark-jungle-green-g, $dark-jungle-green-b, 0.8);
}