This paper discusses the negative images of women that served to maintain the status quo of masculinity in ancient Greece through the usage of the term Φαρμακον (medicinal herb). The Greek term Φαρμακον, which refers to a medicinal herb, also implies a toxic drug (poison), a curse and a spell. Examples of such herbs include μωλν (fabulous herb), μανδραγορας (belladonna) and πανακεια (universal rem