Mantis
HEX: #74C365 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#74C365
116, 195, 101
110°, 48% ,76%
40.51, 0, 48.21, 23.53
About Mantis
Mantis (#74C365) is a color with RGB(116, 195, 101) and HSL(110.43°, 48.21%, 76.47%). In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Print. Its complementary color is #B465C3, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #6574C3 and #C36574. The name comes from μάντις (mantis) (Ancient Greek).
- HEX: #74C365
- RGB: 116, 195, 101
- HSL: 110.43°, 48.21%, 76.47%
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Print
- Complementary color: #B465C3
- Triadic colors: #6574C3, #C36574
- The name comes from μάντις (mantis) (Ancient 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 #74C365 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'mantis' in Ancient Greek referred to a person who could divine the future, often through omens, dreams, or divine inspiration. This role was significant in Greek society, with mantises advising rulers and individuals on important decisions. The modern English use of 'mantis' to refer to the insect (praying mantis) is a much later development, stemming from the insect's posture which resembles a person praying or, perhaps, a prophet in contemplation. Carl Linnaeus, in 1758, named the genus 'Mantis religiosa', directly linking it to the religious or prophetic connotation.
First Recorded Use
Used in ancient Greek literature and religious contexts to refer to individuals believed to have prophetic abilities.
Cultural Associations
In ancient Greek culture, mantises were respected figures, often associated with specific temples or oracles (like the Oracle of Delphi). Their prophecies could influence political and military strategies. The insect's name, 'praying mantis', reflects a cross-cultural observation of its distinctive forelegs held in a prayer-like or meditative pose, which resonated with the older meaning of a 'seer' or 'prophet'.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #74C365;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #74C365;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #74C365;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#74C365,
#D7A6E0
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#74C365,
#D7A6E0
);
}// SCSS variable
$mantis: #74C365;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$mantis-r: 116;
$mantis-g: 195;
$mantis-b: 101;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $mantis;
color: rgba($mantis-r, $mantis-g, $mantis-b, 0.8);
}