Know all about Syenite and Granodiorite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Syenite and Granodiorite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Syenite is Earthy whereas that of Granodiorite is Granular, Phaneritic. Syenite appears Banded and Foilated and Granodiorite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Syenite is subvitreous to dull while that of Granodiorite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Syenite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Granodiorite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Syenite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Granodiorite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.