#8A9A5B
Green family

Moss

Also known as: earthy · muted · lush · tranquil · natural
Hex #8A9A5B
RGB rgb(138, 154, 91)
HSL hsl(75°, 26%, 48%)
CMYK 10 · 0 · 41 · 40
RAL RAL 1020 · Olive Yellow

RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Moss.

In Western culture, moss symbolizes resilience and grounding, while in East Asian traditions, it can represent harmony and balance within nature. The subtlety of moss also conveys a sense of calm, contrasting the vibrant energy of more saturated greens.

The term 'moss' derives from the Old English 'mos', which referred to a variety of small plants that thrive in moist environments. This color gained prominence during the Romantic era in the 19th century, when nature-inspired palettes became fashionable in art and interior design.

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Similar colors

The closest colors to Moss by perceived distance.

All 40 Greens →

Shades & tints

9 variations of Moss by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #48502F
-30% #58633A
-20% #697545
-10% #798850
BASE #8A9A5B
+15% #98A66F
+30% #A6B282
+50% #B4BE96
+70% #C2CAAA

Complementary

Colors that pair beautifully with Moss on the color wheel.

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Moss.

#8A9A5B
#4B8B3B
#F5F5DC
#A8B400
#6C757D

Woodland Retreat

Natural Calm
#8A9A5B
#3C3F32
#D9D9D9
#9BBF88
#5A6F4D

Forest Floor

Earthy Serenity
#8A9A5B
#C0D6E4
#FFFFFF
#A3BDA8
#7A8B6A

Mossy Haven

Fresh Tranquility
Fern
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