Firstly may I thank you all who have tried to put a name to this plant its very much appreciated.
Now above a few have asked for more pictures, silly me thinking the plant would be recognized from a photo, didn't really think that one out: hearts: now did I.
As to the description, the plant seems to be all from one stalk (picture below). The leaves do look a bit lettuce type, but the size is about the size of a big cabbage and the stalk color look different.
Anyway, here are some more angles and maybe help to put a name to this plant.
Again, thanks to all.
Lawrence
