What Color is Mantis
Mantis is a spirited representation of spring, capturing the essence of light filtering through young leaves. This medium-light shade balances yellow and green to create a lucid hue associated with biological energy and insect life. It projects an image of crisp vitality.
Additional Information
- Color Family: Green
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #B365C3
- Brightness: 161/255
- Saturation: 48%
Colors That Pair Well With Mantis
Complementary
Pair with Lavender for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Vivid Violet for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Mantis History
Historically, capturing a bright, permanent yellow-green was chemically difficult; ancients relied on the mineral malachite or fugitive plant dyes that faded quickly. The vibrancy seen in Mantis became widely accessible only after the 19th-century chemical revolution introduced synthetic compounds, moving away from the toxic arsenic-based greens of the Victorian era.
Culturally, this specific shade entered the mainstream lexicon when Crayola added it to their standardization of wax crayons in 1990. It reflects the aesthetic of modernism, where flat, high-chroma colors began to supersede the moody, complex glazes of the Old Masters.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, Mantis stimulates the nervous system, evoking feelings of rejuvenation and alertness rather than the passive relaxation associated with darker forest tones. It signals anticipation, mimicking the biological promise found in budding plants and new growth.
However, due to its high saturation, this color can feel overly clinical or artificial if not balanced correctly. In modern branding, it bridges the gap between nature and technology, frequently symbolizing innovation within the clean energy and eco-conscious sectors.
In Nature
This color is named after the praying mantis, an insect that utilizes this precise shade of cryptic coloration to blend into foliage. In the botanical world, this hue is visible in the heavy concentration of chlorophyll found in new spring shoots and unripe fruit like apples or limes. It represents the peak of photosynthetic activity before leaves darken with age.
How To Use Mantis
In user interface design, Mantis fails standard accessibility checks for text on white backgrounds due to insufficient contrast. Therefore, it functions best as a high-impact background for dark typography or as a specific call-to-action button color.
Designers should utilize this shade to inject freshness into rigid corporate layouts. It pairs exceptionally well with neutral charcoals or deep navy blues, which ground the color's visual vibration and prevent the overall palette from appearing neon or cheap.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Botanical Study
A grounded, organic palette mixing soil tones with new growth.
Electric Garden
High-contrast, pop-art inspired scheme for energetic branding.
Clean Tech
Modern, clinical, and crisp palette for technology and wellness.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #74C365;
color: rgb(116, 195, 101);
background-color: #74C365;
border: 3px solid #74C365;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #74C36566;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #74C365 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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Product Details
Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.
- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Print: Double-sided, all-over vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
- Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials
We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.
- Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
- Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
- Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
- Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.
What Goes With Mantis?
Explore color palettes containing Mantis and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Split-complementary
Triadic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Mantis in CSS?
You can use Mantis in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.mantis {
background-color: #74C365;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.