Mantis

Q: How do I use #8EC96E in CSS?

You can use #8EC96E in CSS with: background-color: #8EC96E; or color: #8EC96E; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 201, 110). For print design, use CMYK: 29%, 0%, 45%, 21%.

#8EC96E

Mantis is a neutral light color with the hex code #8EC96E. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 142, 201, 110 in digital design or CMYK 29%, 0%, 45%, 21% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mantis color values

HEX: #8EC96E
RGB: 142, 201, 110
HSL: 99°, 46%, 61%
CMYK: 29, 0, 45, 21

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mantis sits at 99° on the color wheel with 46% saturation and 61% lightness, placing it in the green segment of the spectrum. The moderate 46% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. At medium-high lightness, it holds its own on white backgrounds while remaining approachable.

In digital environments, Mantis is rendered as rgb(142, 201, 110), where the green channel leads at 201, pulling the color toward the green-yellow axis. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Mantis translates to a CMYK breakdown of 29C 0M 45Y 21K. The low-to-moderate black value (21%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its yellow ink content (45%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Mantis

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8EC96E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 142, 201, 110;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8EC96E',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 29%
M: 0%
Y: 45%
K: 21%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(142, 201, 110)
rgba(142, 201, 110, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands using similar hue

8 brand s with colors near 99° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #8EC96E?

#8EC96E is Mantis, a neutral light color with RGB values of 142, 201, 110. It has a hue of 99°, 46% saturation, and 61% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8EC96E?

The RGB color code for #8EC96E is rgb(142, 201, 110). This means it contains 142 red, 201 green, and 110 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mantis a warm or cool color?

Mantis (#8EC96E) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #8EC96E in CSS?

You can use #8EC96E in CSS with: background-color: #8EC96E; or color: #8EC96E; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 201, 110). For print design, use CMYK: 29%, 0%, 45%, 21%.