Know all about Phyllite and Marl properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Marl is Earthy. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Marl appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Marl is dull. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Marl is available in beige, brown, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Marl are creating artwork, soil conditioner.