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