Know all about Boninite and Porphyry properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Boninite and Porphyry belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Boninite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Porphyry is Porphyritic. Boninite appears Dull and Soft and Porphyry appears Dull. The luster of Boninite is vitreous while that of Porphyry is dull. Boninite is available in bluish - grey, brown, colourless, green, grey colors whereas Porphyry is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, red, rust, white colors. The commercial uses of Boninite are an oil and gas reservoir, cemetery markers, creating artwork, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Porphyry are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry.