Hieracium praealtum an exotic sounding plant from the daisy family. Synonyms for this species include the towering hawkweed, the lofty hawkweed, and the high hawkweed. This plant is native to Europe and can grow up to four feet in height. It has bright yellow flowers with pointed petals and hairy leaves that form a rosette at the base of the stem. Other synonyms for this plant include the hairy hawkweed, the rough hawkweed, and the hairy-leaved hawkweed. This species is often grown for ornamental purposes, as it is quite striking when in bloom. Additionally, it is used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.