Know all about Syenite and Ijolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Syenite and Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Syenite is Earthy whereas that of Ijolite is Earthy, Granular. Syenite appears Banded and Foilated and Ijolite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Syenite is subvitreous to dull while that of Ijolite is greasy to dull. Syenite and Ijolite are available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Syenite and Ijolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.