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粽叶绿

#876818
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Earth Element
Late Summer · Center · Stability & Nourishment
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Earth
Season
Late Summer
Direction
Center
Symbolism
Virtue & Inclusiveness
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Orange

Technical Specs

HEX#876818
RGB135, 104, 24
HSL43°, 70%, 31%
CMYK32%, 50%, 100%, 31%

Visual Analysis

A medium-dark amber tone (H:43° S:70% L:31%) that is highly saturated, vibrant. It carries the brilliance of ceramic glaze, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#876818
#183786
Triadic
#876818
#188667
#671886
Analogous
#863018
#876818
#6E8618
Split-Complementary
#876818
#186E86
#301886
Tint & Shade
#322606
#876818
#CDA337

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"粽叶绿" is particularly suited for organic food, wellness, and artisanal crafts. Its specific tonal character (H:43° S:70%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in sunlit kitchens and creative studios. At 31% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "粽叶绿" for highlight labels, progress indicators, and warm gradients. At 31% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
5.22:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.02:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: white (#FFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Warm-toned (hue 43°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

At 31% lightness, carries substantial visual weight — adds perceived importance and gravity.

Saturation Impact

High saturation (70%) demands attention — brain processes ~50ms faster than desaturated variants.

Color Breakdown

Hue43°
Saturation70%
Lightness31%
Print Values (CMYK)
C32%
M50%
Y100%
K31%

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