here's what it looks like.

I don’t know, but if it is solidly connected, just leave it undisturbed. It might work. “Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”

I have used this technique on many other plants with great success, and yes to what socks said.

It may, but if it doesn't it's really no big deal. The plant will send out a new shoot. Heck, it might even branch.

Make sure the tape doesn't interfere with the growth of the shoot, or you may end up with a deformed leaf.