Estragon
Also known as: Tarragon , Umbrella Green , Wasabi Green , Serpentine
Estragon is a medium, gentle green that reads as grounded and restorative. It earns its place in finance apps and outdoor gear. Set it against a purple accent when you want the combination to pop. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (8.99:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Reference
Estragon color codes
- HEX
- #A5AF76
- RGB
- rgb(165, 175, 118)
- RGBA
- rgba(165, 175, 118, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(71, 26%, 57%)
- HSV
- hsv(71, 33%, 69%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(6%, 0%, 33%, 31%)
- LAB
- lab(69.6 -10.6 28.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(73.2% 0.078 116.5)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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neutral, leaning warm
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- CSS: darkkhaki #BDB76B · ΔE 7.0
- RAL 6021: Pale green #86A47C · ΔE 8.6 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck. Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Estragon works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, and empty-state illustrations, but not text.
- Interiors: Soft and low-saturation: a candidate for full walls, where vivid colors overwhelm.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece, a top, scarf, or shoes, against neutral basics.
- Branding: Reads as growth and sustainability, at home in wellness, food, and environmental brands.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Estragon
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →Palettes built from Estragon by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 2.34:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Aa on black
contrast 8.99:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Best text color on a Estragon background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Estragon
Estragon with its complement
Soft neighbors of Estragon
Estragon triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Nile #AFB982 · ΔE 2.9
- Cardamom #AAAA77 · ΔE 3.3
- Forester #9AA77C · ΔE 4.3
- Olive Tree #ABA77C · ΔE 5.6
- Norway #A4B88F · ΔE 5.8
- Green Tea #B5B68F · ΔE 5.8
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Estragon is closest to Fleur-De-Lis .
FAQ
Estragon FAQs
What color is Estragon?
Estragon is a medium green with the hex code #A5AF76. In HSL terms it has a hue of 71°, 26% saturation, and 57% lightness.
What is the hex code for Estragon?
The hex code for Estragon is #A5AF76. In RGB it's rgb(165, 175, 118), and in CMYK it's cmyk(6%, 0%, 33%, 31%).
What colors go well with Estragon?
Estragon pairs naturally with purple tones from its complementary harmony, and with blue accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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