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Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

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Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) Color Information

Jungle Green (#2AAA8A) is a balanced cyan color. Its RGB value is (42, 170, 138), HSL (165°, 60%, 42%), and CMYK (75%, 0%, 19%, 33%). Flanked by Light Sea Green (#20B2AA) and Seagrass (#39A78D), this shade provides a distinct alternative within its hue family. Against Sienna (#A0522D), #2AAA8A leans deeper, marked by its distinct tonal shift.

This color pairs well with Sea Green (#2E8B57), Rich Cerulean (#2774AE), and Raspberry Plum (#B53389), producing visually striking combinations; however, shades such as Indigo Bloom (#6F2DA8), University of California Gold (#B78727), or Amaranth Deep Purple (#AB274F) tend to clash with it, creating visual tension. In professional settings, #2AAA8A is frequently applied in branding, environmental graphics, and design systems.

Clear image showing Jungle Green color swatch with hex value #2AAA8A and RGB value (42,170,138)
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Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) Color Meaning

Jungle Green (#2AAA8A) is a rich, medium teal-green that sits between green and turquoise. Its lively yet grounded tone evokes dense tropical foliage and exotic forests. Jungle Green is ideal for vibrant branding, outdoor products, and interior spaces that need a natural yet energetic atmosphere. Its versatility allows it to be both bold and soothing. Historically, Jungle Green (#2AAA8A) reflects tropical landscapes and biodiversity. It is often associated with rainforests, exotic plants, and wildlife in art and photography. This green conveys adventure and vitality, used in maps, uniforms, and nature-themed designs to signal growth, exploration, and freshness. Its unique balance of blue and green undertones distinguishes it from standard greens. Jungle Green (#2AAA8A) symbolizes growth, renewal, and vitality. In many tropical cultures, shades like this represent abundance, health, and connection to nature. Its energetic tone is refreshing and invigorating. Interestingly, Jungle Green pairs well with earthy browns, bright yellows, or neutral whites, creating compositions that feel alive, balanced, and natural.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#2aaa8a
RGB
rgb(42, 170, 138)
HSL
hsl(165°, 60%, 42%)
CMYK
cmyk(75%, 0%, 19%, 33%)
HSV
hsv(165°, 75%, 67%)
XYZ
19.9170 31.0767 28.9934
Yxy
31.0767 0.2490 0.3885
Hunter Lab
55.7465 -4.9861 0.7959
CIE-Lab
62.5723 -41.6905 6.7997

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red42 / 255 (16%)
16%
Green170 / 255 (67%)
67%
Blue138 / 255 (54%)
54%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan75 / 100 (75%)
75%
Magenta0 / 100 (0%)
Yellow19 / 100 (19%)
19%
Key (Black)33 / 100 (33%)
33%

Color Variations

A full range of Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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#2aaa8a

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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✗WCAG AA
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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Jungle Green (#2aaa8a)

protanopia

#616392

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #2aaa8a;

Text Color

color: #2aaa8a;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #2aaa8a;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #2aaa8a40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #2aaa8a;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2aaa8a 0%, #1a6753 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Related Colors

Colors related to Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) in hue, saturation, and lightness provide harmonious and complementary options for cohesive color schemes.

#00FFBF
Tropical Mint
#00CC99
Caribbean Green
#0E7C61
Deep Green-Cyan Turquoise
#319177
Illuminating Emerald
#478778
Lincoln Green
#39A78D
Seagrass
#006A4E
Bottle Green
#00563F
Sacramento State Green
#39A78E
Zomp

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Jungle Green (#2aaa8a) Color FAQs

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Color Schemes

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone
Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone