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Apophyllite

Phyllosilicate mineral.

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Apophyllite on blue chalcedony with stilbite
Photo © Tiffany Stark

Properties

🔷 Tetragonal✏️ streak white
Chemical formula—
Elements—
Crystal systemTetragonal
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streakwhite
Color—
IMA symbolApo

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

🔗 See also

  • Apophyllite Stalactite: apophyllite-coated chalcedony stalactites from India
  • Stilbite: peach zeolite bowties often grow with apophyllite in Indian basalt

✨ Apophyllite family

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Fluorapophyllite-(Cs)IMA mineral species
Fluorapophyllite-(K)
Fluorapophyllite-(K)IMA mineral species
Fluorapophyllite-(Na)
Fluorapophyllite-(Na)IMA mineral species
Fluorapophyllite-(NH₄)
Fluorapophyllite-(NH₄)IMA mineral species
Hydroxyapophyllite-(K)
Hydroxyapophyllite-(K)IMA mineral species
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Hydroxyapophyllite-(NH₄)IMA mineral species
Stilbite
StilbiteMineral group

Varieties & related stones

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

Sparkling apophyllite pyramids are prized for meditation and spiritual insight.

Traditional uses
meditation, clarity, connection
Chakra
Crown Third Eye
Zodiac
♊Gemini ♎Libra
Element
🌬Air

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

AmethystPaired in tradition for meditation, with Amethyst bringing peaceful sleep as well. Blue KyaniteBoth carry the theme of meditation, so together they're thought to reinforce it. CelestiteA natural partner for spiritual connection; Celestite also adds peace. Clear QuartzPaired in tradition for focus and clarity, with Clear Quartz bringing programming intentions as well. Smoky QuartzA grounding root stone to balance apophyllite's high, spiritual energy.

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