Banana Leaf HDC-MD-20 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9E8F3B, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Of Spring from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E8F3B · HDC-MD-20
Banana Leaf
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Banana Leaf Technical Profile
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Banana Leaf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Banana Leaf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBanana Leaf
Nearly identical
KilzGreen Of Spring
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gecko
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ornamental Grass
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Willow Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Off The Grid
PPG
Very similar
Indolent Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Offbeat Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Scottish Moss
Valspar
Very similar
Curry
RAL
Visible difference
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Banana Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Banana Leaf
#9E8F3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90A765
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Banana Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Banana Leaf Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Banana Leaf.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Banana Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Banana Leaf have?
Banana Leaf by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Banana Leaf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Banana Leaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Banana Leaf are Green Of Spring by Kilz (a near-identical match), Gecko by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ornamental Grass by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Banana Leaf's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Banana Leaf?
Banana Leaf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Banana Leaf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.