Wisteria

HEX: #C9A0DC | Modern Palette

On White
2.20:1
FAIL
On Black
9.55:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#C9A0DC
RGB
201, 160, 220
HSL
281°, 46% ,74%
CMYK
9, 27, 0, 14

About Wisteria

Wisteria (#C9A0DC) is a color with RGB(201, 160, 220) and HSL(281°, 46.2%, 74.5%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #B3DCA0, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #DCC9A0 and #A0DCC9. The name comes from Wisteria (English).

  • HEX: #C9A0DC
  • RGB: 201, 160, 220
  • HSL: 281°, 46.2%, 74.5%
  • Mood: Romantic
  • Use case: Text, Button, Logo
  • Complementary color: #B3DCA0
  • Triadic colors: #DCC9A0, #A0DCC9
  • The name comes from Wisteria (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 #C9A0DC from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Romantic
Style
Use case
Text Button Logo

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #ADADDB
Protanopia #A5A5DC
Tritanopia #C1A9A9
Achromatopsia #AFAFAF

Frequently Asked Questions

Wisteria (#C9A0DC) is a color with RGB(201, 160, 220) and HSL(281°, 46.2%, 74.5%).

#C9A0DC pairs strongly with #B3DCA0 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#C9A0DC is suitable for Text, Button, Logo.

#C9A0DC is commonly associated with Romantic.

The name Wisteria is linked to Wisteria from English, meaning A genus of flowering plants in the pea family, Fabaceae, with woody, twining vines..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Wisteria
Meaning A genus of flowering plants in the pea family, Fabaceae, with woody, twining vines.
Language English
First Recorded Use Early 19th Century

History

The name 'Wisteria' was given to the genus of flowering plants. The plant itself has a long history in horticulture, particularly in East Asia (China and Japan) where it has been cultivated for centuries for its beautiful flowers. It was introduced to Europe and North America in the 19th century. The specific color 'wisteria' (#c9a0dc) refers to the characteristic pale purple or lilac hue often associated with the flowers of many Wisteria species.

First Recorded Use

The genus was named by Thomas Nuttall in 1818 in honor of Caspar Wistar (1761–1818), an American physician and anatomist.

Cultural Associations

Wisteria is highly symbolic in various cultures. In Japan, it represents love, longevity, and honor, often appearing in art, poetry, and traditional gardens. Its cascading blooms are a popular subject for festivals and viewing. In Victorian flower language, wisteria could symbolize a passionate love or a welcome. Its beauty and sometimes aggressive growth habit have also led to metaphors about overwhelming beauty or persistent charm.

Similar Named Colors
Bright Ube #D19FE8 ΔE 2.78
Light Grayish Magenta #CC99CC ΔE 4.10
Plum #DDA0DD ΔE 4.39
Lenurple #BA93D8 ΔE 4.40

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #C9A0DC;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #C9A0DC;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #C9A0DC;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #C9A0DC,
        #B3DCA0
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #C9A0DC,
        #B3DCA0
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$wisteria: #C9A0DC;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$wisteria-r: 201;
$wisteria-g: 160;
$wisteria-b: 220;

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