Know all about Phyllite and Teschenite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Teschenite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Teschenite is Phaneritic. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Teschenite appears Veined and Shiny. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Teschenite is not available. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Teschenite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Teschenite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.