Know all about Phyllite and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Laterite is dull. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.