#2D5016 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #2d5016 carries earthy lime and olive undertones with a serious, shadowed feel. Its low saturation suggests depth, dependability, and natural resilience, making it useful for outdoor branding, organic products, gaming interfaces, and moody backgrounds. The hex code #2d5016 supports clear white text, including small body copy, and works well as a dominant base.
Questions about #2d5016
What is #2d5016 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d5016 is rgb(45, 80, 22), in HSL hsl(96, 57%, 20%) and in CMYK 44%, 0%, 72%, 69%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #2d5016?
#2d5016 pairs well with warm cream, terracotta, and muted navy, using the light neutral for readability, terracotta for an earthy accent, and navy for a cooler, more restrained overall palette.
Does #2d5016 work with white text?
#2d5016 provides strong contrast for white text, measuring roughly 9.3:1, while black text reaches only about 2.3:1 and generally falls below WCAG AA for normal-sized body copy and smaller text. White works well for headings and body content, but check lighter tints separately.
Does #2d5016 read as warm or cool?
#2d5016 reads as a dark, muted warm-leaning green, with olive and earthy lime undertones rather than a crisp blue-green cast, so it feels more grounded and natural than fresh or aquatic. Its low saturation adds a serious, dependable mood.
Is #2d5016 readable on white or black?
#2d5016 has a 9.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.27:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.