Know all about Phyllite and Diorite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Diorite is Phaneritic. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Diorite appears Shiny. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Diorite is shiny. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Diorite are creating artwork, curling.