#72C45A Hex Color

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#72c45a is a bright, fairly saturated green with a fresh yellow undertone and a clear, energetic presence. Its strong chroma suits calls to action, sustainability brands, garden products, and finance accents. Use it as a supporting color beside charcoal or deep navy rather than a full-page background. The hex code #72c45a supports readable black text at about 9.8:1 contrast.

Questions about #72c45a

What is #72c45a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #72c45a is rgb(114, 196, 90), in HSL hsl(106, 47%, 56%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 54%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #72c45a?
#72c45a pairs well with charcoal, deep navy, warm white, and muted natural tones, which balance its bright yellow-green energy without competing with the color in most interface and brand palettes. Use it for accents, buttons, or highlights rather than large backgrounds.
Does #72c45a read as warm or cool?
#72c45a reads as a warm-leaning green because its yellow undertone shifts it away from blue-green hues while its bright saturation keeps the overall impression fresh, lively, and energetic rather than soft or subdued.
Is #72c45a readable on white or black?
#72c45a has a 2.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.