Know all about Ijolite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Ijolite and Andesite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Ijolite is Earthy, Granular whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Ijolite appears Banded and Foilated and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Ijolite is greasy to dull while that of Andesite is vitreous. Ijolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Ijolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.