Ref. #98E9B9 · 490D-4
Eucalyptus Leaf
51%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Eucalyptus Leaf Technical Profile
What color is Eucalyptus Leaf? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #98E9B9. Eucalyptus Leaf has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Eucalyptus Leaf sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Eucalyptus Leaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Eucalyptus Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Eucalyptus Leaf
#98E9B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#71C1B9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Eucalyptus Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Eucalyptus 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 Eucalyptus Leaf.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Eucalyptus Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Eucalyptus Leaf have?
Eucalyptus Leaf by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Eucalyptus Leaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Bud Green by Benjamin Moore (#A7E4B6), Sprig of Mint by Dunn-Edwards (#8BE0BA), Weekend Gardener by Dunn-Edwards (#9FE4AA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Eucalyptus Leaf?
Eucalyptus Leaf has an LRV of 51.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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