In article , David Hill david@abacusn
urseries.freeserve.co.uk writes
They remind me a little of Aubergines.

You're right in leaf shape and colour, and aubergine leaves have little
purple spines on them, but the leaves are softer. These are shine
leaves, which is why they reminded me of Thornapple. One thing we all
seem agreed on, including the OP, is that it is a member of the
Solanaceae!
--
Kay Easton

Edward's earthworm page:
http://www.scarboro.demon.co.uk/edward/index.htm