Undergrowth Green vs Elven Green

How close are they?

ΔE 14.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Elven Green is noticeably lighter, more muted, warmer than Undergrowth Green.

Can I use Elven Green instead of Undergrowth Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Elven Green is noticeably lighter, more muted, warmer than Undergrowth Green.

Can I use Undergrowth Green instead of Elven Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Undergrowth Green is noticeably darker, more saturated, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.