Malachite
HEX: #0BDA51 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#0BDA51
11, 218, 81
140°, 90% ,44%
95, 0, 63, 15
About Malachite
Malachite (#0BDA51) is a color with RGB(11, 218, 81) and HSL(140.3°, 90.4%, 44.9%). It is commonly associated with Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #DA0B94, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #510BDA and #DA510B. The name comes from μαλάχη (malakhē) (Greek).
- HEX: #0BDA51
- RGB: 11, 218, 81
- HSL: 140.3°, 90.4%, 44.9%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #DA0B94
- Triadic colors: #510BDA, #DA510B
- The name comes from μαλάχη (malakhē) (Greek).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #0BDA51 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Malachite has a rich history, dating back to ancient Egypt where it was mined and used for jewelry, amulets, and as a pigment for eye makeup (kohl). The ancient Greeks and Romans also used malachite for jewelry, ornaments, and architectural decoration. Its name is believed to derive from the Greek word for 'mallow' due to its green color resembling the leaves of the mallow plant. Throughout history, it has been associated with protection, healing, and transformation. Major deposits were found in the Ural Mountains of Russia, leading to its extensive use in Russian decorative arts, particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries, for items like vases, tabletops, and even entire rooms (e.g., the Malachite Room in the Winter Palace).
First Recorded Use
Uncertain, but known and used since ancient Egyptian times, with the Greek term appearing in classical antiquity.
Cultural Associations
Culturally, malachite is often seen as a stone of transformation, protection, and healing. In ancient Egypt, it was associated with the goddess Hathor and was believed to protect against evil. In the Middle Ages, it was thought to protect children from falling and to cure various ailments. It is also considered a stone that encourages risk-taking and change, breaking unwanted ties and outworn patterns. In some traditions, it is believed to absorb negative energies and pollutants from the atmosphere and the body. Its distinctive banded patterns are often admired in decorative arts.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #0BDA51;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #0BDA51;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #0BDA51;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#0BDA51,
#DA0B94
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#0BDA51,
#DA0B94
);
}// SCSS variable
$malachite: #0BDA51;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$malachite-r: 11;
$malachite-g: 218;
$malachite-b: 81;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $malachite;
color: rgba($malachite-r, $malachite-g, $malachite-b, 0.8);
}