A plant that caused instant pain on contact in Staten Island NY?

Question

It was green, leaves from a single central stem.

It brushed my leg and caused an instant sting and stung till the next day.

I asked someone what it was he said some long name that started with an S.

This happened in Staten Island NY..

Does anyone one know that name of a plant that it could be

Answer 1

I'd go with Stinging Nettle, it fits that description perfectly.

Answer 2

Stinging nettles are edible if boiled.

Answer 3

Stinging nettle, also called bullnettle, spurge nettle, or tread softly has tiny stinging hairs that cover the plant can cause a reddish rash and painful, stinging sensation if they are touched.

Answer 4

Stinging Nettles

oh man they hurt, but fortuately not for a long time.