Myrtle Green

HEX: #317873 | Modern Palette

On White
5.17:1
PASS
On Black
4.06:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#317873
RGB
49, 120, 115
HSL
175°, 59% ,47%
CMYK
59.17, 0, 4.17, 52.94

About Myrtle Green

Myrtle Green (#317873) is a color with RGB(49, 120, 115) and HSL(175.77°, 59.17%, 47.06%). In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #783136, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #733178 and #787331. The name comes from Myrtle Green (English).

  • HEX: #317873
  • RGB: 49, 120, 115
  • HSL: 175.77°, 59.17%, 47.06%
  • Style: Cool
  • Use case: Text, Button, Logo
  • Complementary color: #783136
  • Triadic colors: #733178, #787331
  • The name comes from Myrtle Green (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

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 #317873 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Cool
Use case
Text Button Logo

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #696974
Protanopia #737373
Tritanopia #337777
Achromatopsia #6D6D6D

Frequently Asked Questions

Myrtle Green (#317873) is a color with RGB(49, 120, 115) and HSL(175.77°, 59.17%, 47.06%).

#317873 pairs strongly with #783136 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#317873 is suitable for Text, Button, Logo and works well with Cool styles.

The name Myrtle Green is linked to Myrtle Green from English, meaning A color resembling the foliage of the myrtle plant..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Myrtle Green
Meaning A color resembling the foliage of the myrtle plant.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th Century

History

The color 'Myrtle Green' gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in fashion and interior design. It is a deep, muted green, often with a slight blue or grey undertone, reflecting the waxy, dark leaves of thertle plant (Myrtus communis). Its first recorded use as a color name was in 1892. It was commonly used in military uniforms, school uniforms, and for formal wear due to its sophisticated and understated appearance. The color experienced a resurgence in the mid-20th century and continues to be used in various applications today.

First Recorded Use

1892

Cultural Associations

The myrtle plant itself has significant cultural symbolism, often associated with love, peace, and immortality in various ancient cultures (Greek, Roman, Hebrew). While the color 'Myrtle Green' doesn't directly carry all these symbolic meanings, its association with the plant lends it an air of natural elegance and timelessness. It is often perceived as a classic, refined, and somewhat traditional color.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #317873;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #317873;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #317873;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #317873,
        #BF313B
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #317873,
        #BF313B
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$myrtle-green: #317873;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$myrtle-green-r: 49;
$myrtle-green-g: 120;
$myrtle-green-b: 115;

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