Deep Forest Green

#232E09

General Information about Deep Forest Green

The hex color #232E09, also known as Deep Forest Green, is a dark shade of green with a subdued, earthy tone. It is composed of 13.73% red, 18.04% green, and 3.53% blue. In the RGB color space, it is relatively low in all components, resulting in its dark appearance. This color can evoke feelings of nature, tranquility, and sophistication, often associated with forests and natural environments. It's a color that suggests stability, growth, and harmony. Its darkness means it requires careful consideration when used in design, especially regarding contrast and readability. It is less vibrant than other greens, making it versatile for many applications.

The color #232E09, a deep forest green, presents some accessibility challenges, primarily concerning contrast. When used as a background color, it necessitates very light text to ensure readability, adhering to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. Similarly, if used for text, a very light background is crucial. Due to its darkness, it should be avoided for essential interactive elements without careful contrast adjustments. Using tools that assess color contrast ratios is advisable to ensure that text and interactive elements meet accessibility standards for users with visual impairments. When combined with other dark tones, readability suffers significantly. It is best paired with brighter, more vibrant colors to increase the contrast and make content accessible for a wider audience. Proper use of color can greatly enhance the user experience.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
35 46 9
RGB35 46 9
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
77.84deg 67.27% 10.78%
77.8467.2710.78HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
77.84deg 3.53% 81.96%
77.843.5381.96HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#232E09
rgb35 46 9
hsl77.84deg 67.27% 10.78%
cmyk23.91% 0% 80.43% 81.96%
hwb77.84deg 3.53% 81.96%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.01
oklch0.2817 0.059 124.38
oklab0.2817 -0.03 0.05
CMYK
23.91% 0% 80.43% 81.96%
23.91080.4381.96CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.01
0.020.020.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2817 0.059 124.38
0.28170.059124.38LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2817 -0.03 0.05
0.2817-0.030.05LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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